The family of 43-year-old Merchant Navy Captain Rakesh Ranjan has appealed to the Jharkhand and Union governments for help after his sudden demise near the Strait of Hormuz.
Jharkhand to Establish Its First Medical University in Ranchi
Ranchi, March 21: The Jharkhand government has taken a significant step towards enhancing medical education in the state. A new medical university is set to be established in Ranchis Brambe area, marking the first of its kind in Jharkhand. The government has officially announced the university as Jharkhand Health Science University and appointed Dr. Sudhir ... Read more Jharkhand to Establish Its First Medical University in Ranchi
Ranchi Man Dies On Ship Near Hormuz, Family Seeks Help To Bring Back Body
Captain Rakesh Ranjan died on board a merchant vessel carrying oil near the Strait of Hormuz, his family said on Friday, urging the Centre and the Jharkhand government to help bring back his body.
Tragic Lightning Strikes in Chatra, Jharkhand: Three Women Killed
Mumbai, March 20: In a devastating incident in Chatra district of Jharkhand, three women lost their lives due to lightning strikes during unseasonal rainfall on Friday. The calamity struck in two separate events, claiming the lives of two sisters and another woman who was gathering mahua. The first tragedy unfolded in the village of Jehra, ... Read more Tragic Lightning Strikes in Chatra, Jharkhand: Three Women Killed
Tragic Incident in Jharkhand: Son Kills Father Over Minor Dispute
Chaibasa, March 20: In a shocking incident in the Kumaradungi police station area of West Singhbhum district, a young man brutally killed his father with a stick over a trivial dispute. He also attacked his stepmother, leaving her severely injured and requiring urgent medical attention at Chaibasa Sadar Hospital. According to police reports, the incident ... Read more Tragic Incident in Jharkhand: Son Kills Father Over Minor Dispute
11th Edition of HCLTech Grant Winners Announced
Selected NGOs to receive a total 24 crore (approx. $2.6M) for transformative projects, including water harvesting in Thar desert, biodiversity conservation in Jharkhand, enhancing healthcare access in Mizoram and enabling gender equality through education in Rajasthan
Jharkhand Congress Expels Former Minister Yogendra Sahu Over Comments Against Chief Minister
Ranchi, March 20: The Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee has expelled former minister and prominent leader Yogendra Sahu from the party for three years. This decision follows his sharp remarks against the current coalition government and Chief Minister Hemant Soren, made via social media and Facebook Live. The Congress Disciplinary Committee deemed his actions a serious ... Read more Jharkhand Congress Expels Former Minister Yogendra Sahu Over Comments Against Chief Minister
Justice Deferred: The 25-Year Wait After The States Split
More than two decades after Bihar was divided to create Jharkhand, thousands of employees are still waiting for salaries they earned, pensions they were promised, and justice that never arrived. What remains is not just a legal dispute, but a generational human crisis The post Justice Deferred: The 25-Year Wait After The States Split appeared first on India Legal .
JPSC FSO result 2026 released at jpsc.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has announced the JPSC FSO Result 2026, publishing a merit list of shortlisted candidates for 56 posts. Those who qualify the written exam will move to interviews and document verification. The result PDF includes key candidate details, while interview schedules and further instructions will be issued separately by the Commission.
Major Drug Bust in Jharkhand: Police Seize 2 Crore Worth of Marijuana Hidden Under Straw
Ranchi, March 20: The police in Jharkhands Latehar district have achieved a significant breakthrough against an interstate drug trafficking network. During a raid near the Yummy Hotel on NH-39, authorities discovered approximately 190 packets of illegal marijuana, valued at around 2 crore in the international market. The traffickers attempted to conceal this substantial shipment by ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Jharkhand: Police Seize 2 Crore Worth of Marijuana Hidden Under Straw
Supreme Court Grants Relief to Director Sujoy Ghosh in Copyright Case Related to Kahaani-2
Mumbai, March 20: Director Sujoy Ghosh has received significant relief from the Supreme Court. The court has decided to dismiss the ongoing proceedings related to the copyright infringement case concerning the film Kahaani-2, released in 2016. Ghosh faced allegations of stealing the storyline for Kahaani-2. Initially, the case was heard in the Jharkhand High Court. ... Read more Supreme Court Grants Relief to Director Sujoy Ghosh in Copyright Case Related to Kahaani-2
Supreme Court quashes copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh over his 'Kahaani 2' film
The Supreme Court bench allowed Sujoy Ghosh's plea, challenging a Jharkhand High Court's order, which had refused to quash the proceedings pending against him.
SC quashes copyright case against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh over his 'Kahaani 2' film
The Supreme Court has cancelled legal proceedings against filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh. The case involved allegations of copyright infringement related to his movie 'Kahaani 2'. A Jharkhand court's order to continue the case has been set aside. This decision follows Ghosh's challenge to the proceedings. The original complaint alleged theft of a script for a film titled 'Sabak'.
Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana Expands Access For People In Dumka, Jharkhand
Dumka (Jharkhand), March 19 (IANS) People in Jharkhand's Dumka district are purchasing medicines at affordable rates from a pharmacy centre operating under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana, bringing significant relief to poor and u
Mamata Banerjee Faces Tough Competition in Bhawanipur, Claims BJP Candidate
Kolkata, March 20: The political landscape in West Bengal is heating up as the assembly elections approach. With the announcement of election dates, various political parties have jumped into the fray. The Bhawanipur assembly seat is generating significant buzz, not just in Bengal but also in Bihar and Jharkhand. This constituency is set for a ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Faces Tough Competition in Bhawanipur, Claims BJP Candidate
Walayar mob lynching case: Kerala HC cancels bail granted to eight accused
Order comes in an appeal filed by the State government after a special court granted the accused in the mob lynching of Jharkhand native Ram Narayan Baghel bail
Tragic Incident at Dhurwa Dam: BBA Student Takes Her Life
Ranchi, March 19: A tragic incident occurred at Dhurwa Dam in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, where an 18-year-old student took her own life on Thursday evening. The deceased has been identified as Nimisha Jha, a resident of Sel City in the Pundag OP area. Nimisha was a BBA student at Birla Institute of Technology ... Read more Tragic Incident at Dhurwa Dam: BBA Student Takes Her Life
Jharkhand High Court Criticizes Police Over Missing Girl Case in Bokaro
Ranchi, March 19: The Jharkhand High Court has taken a strong stance regarding the polices handling of the case of an 18-year-old girl missing from Bokaro. During a hearing on a habeas corpus petition filed by the girls mother, the bench led by Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad raised serious questions about the pace of the ... Read more Jharkhand High Court Criticizes Police Over Missing Girl Case in Bokaro
Ranchi, March 19: After a long wait of nearly three years, Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, has finally established a new municipal government. Newly elected Mayor Roshni Khalkho, along with 53 ward councilors, took the oath of office on Thursday. The oath was administered by Ranchis Deputy Commissioner, Manjunath Bhajantri. Following the councilors oath-taking, elections ... Read more New Municipal Government Established in Ranchi After Three Years, BJP-Backed Deputy Mayor Wins Election
IPL 2026: After Doing The Quiet Work, Kumar Kushagra Ready To Deliver For Gujarat Titans
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: When Kumar Kushagra didnt get a game for the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, he could have retreated into the comfortable anonymity of the franchises bench strength. Instead, he worked tirelessly in the nets, enhancing his skillsets in batting and keeping, and returned to Jharkhand to apply everything in a domestic season, which said that he was ready to do more heavy lifting through multi-tasking. The evidence arrived in the 2025/26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, which Jharkhand won, and Kushagra, batting at number three, was central to that triumph by amassing 422 runs in ten games at an average of 161.68 and an average of 60.28, including four fifties. He would carry that rich vein of form in Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, where Kushagra even led Jharkhand when Ishan Kishan wasnt present. The start of Kushagra having that power-play prowess in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy came from the learnings given by GTs director of cricket, Vikram Solanki. I enjoyed it because I was getting good batting practice and under good coaches like, Vikram Solanki sir helped me a lot when I was there in GT doing batting in the nets and in practice matches. He helped me a lot with batting like how a specialist batter in white-ball cricket performs, what he does, and what a three-format player would do. So there was a very good contribution from GTs side, recalled Kushagra in an exclusive conversation with IANS, facilitated by JSW Sports. What also helped Kushagra, who previously played three games for Delhi Capitals (DC), was that his issues against facing the new ball were ironed out by Solanki at GT. Against the new ball, I was not having exactly any issues. But I was not able to play well against it because I was batting at number five or six. Even when I was practising while I was back home, I was not getting that many opportunities to practice against a new ball. So when I joined the GT camp, he told me directly that whenever you bat, it will be against a new ball, and don't even think about the old ball. So that took me to a different mindset that I have to use power-play well, hit the balls, and in the gaps as well. I was just asking him how I can just hit the gaps also, and just not think about hitting the ball over the fielders. So we talked a lot about that, and whatever he told me, I did it in the nets, and it was displayed in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy -- so he was also very happy, he elaborated. Behind the stumps as well, Kushagras education continued via former keepers Parthiv Patel and Matthew Wade. Parthiv sir helped me a lot. If you talk about keeping against the spinners, he was the specialist. He was telling me how to move, especially when a bowler like Rashid Khan, who has bowled so many good balls, is bowling. He is unpredictable when you are keeping and while batting as well. So he helped me a lot by saying that you should keep more against Rashid Khan -- look at the ball he is bowling and understand it. If he plays in a match, you have to understand it. He was very much into that, while Matthew Wade was mostly focused on the fast bowlers, while he was hitting into the catchers and all. So both of them were very different style coaches, and they helped me a lot as I was able to tick both the boxes while working with both of them, he explained. Aside from the priceless education Kushagra got at GT, he also got a sneak peek into the teams family-like environment and how observing head coach Ashish Nehra led to him maturing in his demeanour as a player. Yes, you can say that because while staying with the players there, everyone was very helpful. Even in the coaches, if you see Ashish Nehra, he was so funny from the outside. But when you are going inside the ground, he becomes so intense. So I think I learnt a lot about how to stay outside, while being focused inside, irrespective of the performance. Like how you are performing, what should be your focus inside, and what should be your nature outside. So there were many things to learn about over there. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy win sits at the centre of this story, not merely as a result but as proof of Kushagra applying everything he had absorbed at GT in 2025, including when he was shifted up the order to maximise the power-play alongside Kishan. I expected that they would tell me that I would open the inning. But when the combination didn't work out, they told me that I would bat at number three. I asked them what they were expecting from me, and they told me that if I use power play well, it would be great for the team. They gave me a clarification in my mind that this is my role, and I felt very good about it. I was talking to the team's management and secretary Saurabh Tiwary, and yes, it was a very good tournament, and it was even more fun when we won. I was happy, and we were happier in winning the tournament because we used to perform well every year. But we were not doing that much so that we could win a tournament. So this tournament that we won, I had a very good role in it. My team and the coaches had a good role in promoting me from number five to number three, he said. Kushagras tryst with the leadership role also went well, something which fills him with gratitude. The domestic season was much better compared to the last two seasons. I aim to take my team to a higher level than what they were before, and I got that platform, and they thought I was capable enough to become a captain. So they gave me the captaincy, and I was doing it when Ishan Kishan was not there. In the Vijay Hazare tournament, I did captaincy in four to five games, and our performance was good. So, I feel grateful. Kushagra was back at GTs short pre-season camp in Udaipur in January before the second leg of the Ranji Trophy began, and to his happiness, he found the intensity top-notch. Not many players and coaches were there, so it was a short camp, but it was very much intense - keeping, fielding, and batting were very good. At that time, it was very cold -- so we were practicing in the morning, and then we had a camp. So I think I was there for like 2-3 days, I had a lot of fun there, and then again, I'm pretty much excited to join the team again. Though many things in Kushagras life remain the same, one thing that is still unchanged is the practice he does with his father in Jamshedpur before going for any big tournament. The mindset as a player has changed a lot, though not as a human being. You try to improve a little bit every year, and every year you are getting closer to entering the Indian team - that thing stays in the mind because you do a lot of IPL camps. Though many things in Kushagras life remain the same, one thing that is still unchanged is the practice he does with his father in Jamshedpur before going for any big tournament. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With Jos Buttler shaping as GTs primary keeper-batter, it means Kushagra will need to bide his time before getting the chance to unleash his fireworks. But having helped Jharkhand end their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy drought, Kushagras immediate target is to win an IPL title with GT and, beyond that, a place in the Indian team. If all of this materialises, then that period of education in GTs nets in 2025 will prove to be career-defining. Article Source: IANS
Bulldozer Demolishes Former Ministers Home in Jharkhand Amid Mining Dispute
Hazaribagh, March 19: In a significant move, the district administration and NTPC management jointly demolished the residence of former minister and Congress leader Yogendra Sahu in the Barkagaon police area of Hazaribagh district on Thursday. The house, located in Joradag Jhumeri Tandi, opposite the Chatty Bariyatu coal mines, was brought down in the presence of ... Read more Bulldozer Demolishes Former Ministers Home in Jharkhand Amid Mining Dispute
73 Rajya Sabha MPs Declare Criminal Cases; 31 Billionaires: ADR Report
NEW DELHI, Mar 19: Around 32 per cent of sitting Rajya Sabha MPs have declared criminal cases against themselves, while 14 per cent are billionaires, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The report is based on an analysis of affidavits of 229 out of 233 Rajya Sabha MPs. One seat from Jharkhand is currently vacant, while affidavits of three MPs were unavailable. The analysis includes 37 recently elected members. Of the 229 MPs analysed, 73 [] The post 73 Rajya Sabha MPs Declare Criminal Cases; 31 Billionaires: ADR Report appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED asserted that so far the federal agency has conducted 52 searches under Section 17 of the PMLA across Jharkhand, Delhi, and Bihar; arrested 9 persons
Veterans bid farewell to Maj Gen Vikas Bhardwaj
In a stirring ceremony at Danapur Cantonment, ex-servicemen from Bihar gathered to bid a heartfelt adieu to Major General Vikas Bhardwaj, the outgoing General Officer Commanding of the Jharkhand and Bihar Sub Area. Veterans paid tribute to his remarkable service and his dedicated efforts to uplift the welfare of veterans and families of fallen soldiers.
Ishan Kishan to lead SRH in early part of IPL 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad has named Ishan Kishan as interim captain for the start of IPL 2026. Abhishek Sharma will serve as his deputy. This decision comes as Pat Cummins recovers from a back injury. Cummins will miss several matches while he heals. Kishan's leadership experience includes captaining Jharkhand to a title. He also performed well in the T20 World Cup.
ED Files Fifth Charge Sheet in Jharkhand Money Laundering Case Involving 14 Engineers
Ranchi, March 18: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a fifth supplementary prosecution complaint in a money laundering case linked to the Rural Works Department of Jharkhand. This was presented before a special PMLA court in Ranchi under sections 44 and 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002. The complaint includes 14 engineers ... Read more ED Files Fifth Charge Sheet in Jharkhand Money Laundering Case Involving 14 Engineers
IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan To Captain Sunrisers Hyderabad In Pat Cummins' Absence
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Wicketkeeper batter Ishan Kishan will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for the first few matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, standing in for Australian legend Pat Cummins, who is yet to recover from a back injury, the franchise announced on Wednesday. SRH have also stated that No.1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma will be Kishan's deputy during this period. Pat Cummins will miss a few games while recovering from injury. Until he recovers, Ishan Kishan will be the Captain and Abhishek Sharma will be the Vice-Captain, SRH wrote in a post on X. Cummins has not played competitive cricket since the third Ashes Test in Adelaide in December 2025, after being out of action post the tour of West Indies due to a lumbar bone stress injury in his lower back. He was subsequently ruled out of the remaining Ashes matches and the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup due to the same issue. The all-rounder is expected to join the team in the later stages of IPL 2026. Kishan, who has been in the SRH camp since the 2025 IPL, captained Jharkhand to winning the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title in the recent domestic season and has strong credentials to lead the side in Cummins absence. He has never captained any team in the IPL, and it will be his first stint as a leader in the world's biggest cricket league. He was subsequently ruled out of the remaining Ashes matches and the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup due to the same issue. The all-rounder is expected to join the team in the later stages of IPL 2026. Also Read: Live Cricket Score SRH, the IPL 2016 winners, will begin their IPL 2026 campaign against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on March 28. Article Source: IANS
SSB Soldier Dies by Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Jharkhand
Chhatra, March 18: A soldier from the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) reportedly shot himself with his service rifle in Chhatra district, Jharkhand, resulting in his immediate death. The incident caused panic at the security camp, and the reasons behind the suicide remain unclear. The incident occurred in the Shila OP picket area of the Simaria ... Read more SSB Soldier Dies by Self-Inflicted Gunshot in Jharkhand
State of Working India 2026: India's Young Workforce is Growing and Getting More Educated
State of Working India 2026 ’ report. However, challenges remain and the extent to which the large, increasingly educated, and aspirational cohort is absorbed into the labour market will determine whether India’s demographic dividend translates into an economic dividend. L-R: Amit Basole, Rosa Abraham & Tamoghna Halder from Azim Premji University “More young people today are educated, informed, and ambitious than ever before. These are real achievements of which we can be proud,” noted Indu Prasad, President, Azim Premji Universities . The report draws on official databases going back four decades to see how youth participation in education and employment has changed, how well we have been able to use this demographic dividend, and the challenges and opportunities that arise in integrating them into the workforce. Rosa Abraham, lead author of the report and Associate Professor of Economics at Azim Premji University said, “The report traces the journey of a young worker - from education to job search and employment, and how this transition has evolved over the last forty years. We hope the report will lay out some of the foundational work that will contribute to a better understanding of the challenges in this transition and enable coordinated policymaking.” Key Findings Demographic dividend nearing peak: India’s working-age population share will begin declining after 2030. The pace of job creation in the coming decades is critical to ensure that the demographic dividend translates into an economic one. Rising educational attainment: Youth education levels have increased significantly over four decades, especially among women. India’s tertiary enrolment rate (28%) is comparable to countries with similar per capita incomes. Drop in male tertiary enrolment: The share of young men in education fell from 38% in 2017 to 34% in late 2024, with a large share citing the need to support household incomes as reason for their withdrawal. Expansion of higher education institutions: College availability increased from 29 per lakh youth (2010) to 45 (2021), mainly driven by private institutions. However, regional disparities remain large. Teacher shortages: Faculty growth has not matched rising student numbers. Against AICTE norms of 15–20 students per teacher, private colleges average 28 and public colleges 47. Hiring and filling up vacancies remain crucial to ensure that learning outcomes are not compromised due to resource constraints. Rapid expansion of vocational institutes: The number of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) has grown by nearly 300% since the 2010s, largely due to private providers. But, institutional quality, especially among private ITIs, has fallen. Higher education has become increasingly democratised but financial barriers remain: Between 2007 and 2017, the share of students in tertiary education who belong to the poorest households increased from 8 percent to 15 percent. Financial barriers in accessing professional courses: Students from richer households are far more likely to pursue engineering and medicine, as the cost of these degrees often exceeds the annual per capita expenditure of poorer households. Difficult education-to-employment transition: Graduate unemployment among the 15- to 29-year-olds remains high – nearly 40% among the 15- to 25-year-olds, and 20% among the 25- to 29-year-olds; and, only a small share secure stable salaried jobs within a year of graduation. Strong graduate wage premium: Graduates earn roughly twice as much as non-graduates at entry, and the earnings gap widens over their careers. Stagnating male graduate earnings: Entry-level salaries for young male graduates have slowed in growth since 2011, while gender gaps in graduate earnings have narrowed. Shift away from agriculture: Young workers are leaving agriculture faster than older cohorts and moving into manufacturing and services. Young women are increasingly employed in IT, automobile manufacturing, and business services. Declining caste and gender occupational segregation: Younger cohorts are less concentrated in occupations traditionally linked to their caste or gender. Migration as a labour market response: Youth migration helps balance regional disparities - poorer states and those with a younger population remain major labour sources, while richer states with a predominantly older population rely increasingly on migrant youth. For media queries contact: Rosa Abraham rosa.abraham@apu.edu.in Ph: +91-9901957009 Sony Shetty sony.shetty@azimpremjifoundation.org Ph: +919820900036 Sumit Jain sumit.jain@k2communications.in Ph: +91 9886021715 About Azim Premji University Azim Premji University, Bengaluru, was established under the Azim Premji University Act 2010 of the Government of Karnataka. Azim Premji University, Bhopal, was established under the provisions of Madhya Pradesh Niji Vishwa Vidyalaya (Sthapana Avam Sanchalan) Dwitiya Sanshodhan Adhiniyam, 2022. Azim Premji University in Ranchi is being established under the Azim Premji University Act, 2022, enacted by the Government of Jharkhand. Azim Premji Foundation, the sponsoring body, set up all three Universities as fully philanthropic entities, with a clear social purpose of contributing to the realisation of a just, equitable, humane, and sustainable society.
CBI Arrests Junior Engineer for Bribery in Major Operation
New Delhi, March 17: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant action against corruption by arresting a junior engineer (Electrical) from the South Eastern Railway while accepting a bribe. This operation took place on March 17. The arrested individual was stationed in the Adra Division of South Eastern Railway in Bokaro district, Jharkhand, ... Read more CBI Arrests Junior Engineer for Bribery in Major Operation
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha To Contest Assam Assembly Polls, To Field Candidates in 31 Seats
JMM chief Hemant Soren recently visited Assam, during which he met the leadership of two opposition parties separately
150 Tonnes Of Expired Food, Adulterated Paneer Seized In Major Food Raids Across Two States
Large quantities of expired and adulterated food were seized and destroyed in Jaipur and Jharkhand during recent food safety raids.
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the JSSC ANM Admit Card 2026 shortly on its official portal. Candidates will be able to download the hall ticket using their login credentials. The Jharkhand ANM Competitive Examination is scheduled for March 18 and 19, 2026, and aims to fill more than 3,000 Female Health Worker posts across government departments.
2 Maoists arrested in Jharkhands Latehar
The two, jointly carrying a bounty of 12 lakh, were wanted in connection with several cases registered at police stations in districts and states, including Chhattisgarh, the Latehar SP said
The Jharkhand High Court has announced the Assistant Result 2026 on March 14 at its official website. The written examination for Assistant/Clerk recruitment was conducted on September 21, 2025. A total of 1,594 candidates have been shortlisted for the Computer Skill Test and Viva-Voce for 410 vacancies, with results released in a PDF merit list format.
ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group
NEW DELHI, Mar 12: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 581 crore of RHFL and RCFL, companies of Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani. An order was issued on March 11 to attach land parcels in Goa, Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said in a statement. The properties worth Rs 581.65 crore belong to Reliance Home [] The post ED attaches fresh Rs 581-cr assets in case against Anil Ambanis Reliance Group appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Assam polls: Alliance talks intensify as Congress reaches out to Jharkhand CM Soren
Assam's electoral landscape is heating up as the BJP finalizes seat sharing with AGP, while Congress and its ally AJP engage with Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren. Meanwhile, Samajwadi Party and LJP are assessing their prospects, and CM Sarma accuses Congress leader Pawan Khera of attempting to contact militant groups.
Jharkhand mehendi artists denied entry to venue, asked to remove hijab
Hazaribagh: A mehendi artist and her team were asked to remove their hijab before applying mehendi and were allegedly insulted in Jharkhands Hazaribagh. Following the altercation, the artists refused and left the venue. In a video that has been circulating online, Alia Ahmed and her team of mehendi artists were asked to take off their 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 .
Jharkhand: Rs 13 lakh looted from branch of nationalised bank
Jamshedpur: Six masked men have looted Rs 13 lakh from a branch of a nationalised bank in Jharkhands East Singhbhum district, police said on Wednesday, March 11. The incident took place in Baharagora police station area on Tuesday, when the accused barged into the bank during lunch break and looted the amount at gunpoint, a 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 .
Odisha retains No.1 position in the NITI Aayogs fiscal health index 2026
NITI Aayog released its 2026 Fiscal Health Index for 2023-24. Odisha, Goa, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chattisgarh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh lead the top 10 fiscally-wise states. Arunachal Pradesh topped the north-eastern and Himalayan states category. The report suggests prioritizing infrastructure, health, and education for growth.
Heatwave conditions likely in parts of Maharashtra, rain predicted in three division
According to IMD officials, a cyclonic circulation over South Jharkhand and adjoining North Chhattisgarh, combined with a trough line extending through Vidarbha, is influencing the weather pattern
Cabinet approves two rail projects
These projects include a fourth rail line between Santragachi Kharagpur in West Bengal and another connecting Sainthia in West Bengal and Pakur in Jharkhand
Cabinet nod for Rs 11,944 crore road and railway projects
The Union Cabinet has approved significant infrastructure projects totaling Rs 11,944 crore. These include a four-lane corridor in Madhya Pradesh and an elevated road connecting Jewar airport to Faridabad. Railway projects in West Bengal and Jharkhand will enhance freight capacity. These developments aim to boost connectivity and economic growth across the regions.
CreditAccess Grameen Advances Inclusive Growth With USD 75 Million Syndicated Social Loan Facility
CreditAccess Grameen Limited (NSE: CREDITACC, BSE: 541770, ‘ CA Grameen ’, or the ‘Company’), the country’s largest Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institution (NBFC-MFI), has signed a syndicated social loan facility of USD 75 million, qualifying as an ECB under the automatic route of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). HSBC acted as the Sole Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner for the social loan fund raise, securing participations from HSBC (Gift City), Doha Bank (Qatar), State Bank (Mauritius) Ltd., Bank of China Ltd. (China), and National Development Bank Plc (Sri Lanka). This transaction reinforces CA Grameen’s strong track record of raising international funds through innovative financing solutions. CA Grameen has cemented its position as a frontrunner in the NBFC space by raising funds from global markets in a bid to diversify its liability franchise. With this transaction, the Company has secured over USD 300 million in commitments from global banks, development financial institutions and impact investors in FY 2025-26, strengthening trust and leadership in the microfinance sector. The Company has met over 15% of its borrowing requirements in FY 2025-26 through foreign sources. The proceeds from the facility will be deployed under CA Grameen’s Social Loan Framework, aligned with the Social Loan Principles 2023, ensuring transparency in the use of funds, clearly defined social development goals, and strong governance standards. Sustainalytics provided a second-party opinion, validating the credibility and impact of the Framework. The facility will support eligible social projects, advancing CA Grameen’s mission of inclusive and resilient development across communities. Speaking about the fundraise, Mr. Nilesh Dalvi, Chief Financial Officer, CreditAccess Grameen , said, “ We are pleased to partner with HSBC, having successfully secured offshore financing that further strengthens our global funding reach. The foreign currency borrowings with a tenure of 3–5 years, significantly enhance our asset-liability management (ALM) profile and liquidity position. Our sustained efforts to build strong relationships with leading global lending institutions have enabled us to increase the share of foreign borrowings from 9% to 24% over the past five years, while consistently reducing our incremental cost of funds. This disciplined approach allows us to extend affordable financing solutions to our microfinance customers and deepen our commitment to financial inclusion .” said “ We are delighted to have successfully closed this syndicated financing for CreditAccess Grameen Limited, one of India’s leading NBFC-MFIs. Strong participation from diverse group of lenders underscores market’s confidence in sector’s resilience and company’s robust asset quality and growth strategy. This transaction reflects HSBC’s leadership position in Indian NBFC space, as well as our strong structuring & distribution capabilities .” About CreditAccess Grameen Limited CreditAccess Grameen Limited is a leading Indian microfinance institution headquartered in Bengaluru, focused on providing micro-loans and retail lending solutions to women customers predominantly in rural areas across India. The Company is now operating across 450 districts in 16 states (Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh & West Bengal) and one union territory (Puducherry) through 2,222 branches. The Company’s Promoter is CreditAccess India B.V., a multinational company specializing in micro and small enterprise financing. It is backed by institutional investors and has a micro-lending experience in India of more than a decade.
Maoist hailing from Bihar held in Jharkhand
In a significant crackdown on suspected Maoist activities, Bihar's STF and local police have made a daring arrest in Giridih, Jharkhand. Pankaj Yadav and Pawan Kumar Singh, both wanted for serious crimes including homicide and illegal arms dealings, were captured while seeking refuge at a relative's house.
The Jan Aushadhi Kendra located near Veer Kunwar Chowk in Jamtara district of Jharkhand, is fast emerging as a major relief for poor and middle-class people, ensuring that affordable and quality medicines reach the general public.
LPG price hike: Mamata calls for protests, Sidda seeks PM Modi's ouster
Opposition-ruled states are fiercely criticizing the central government over surging LPG prices. West Bengal's Chief Minister urged women to protest on Women's Day against the hike and voter list deletions. Karnataka's CM blamed PM Modi's foreign policy for the price rise, demanding his resignation. Jharkhand's JMM spokesperson pointed to strained ties with Russia as a contributing factor.
3 held for 'raping' minor in Jharkhand's Pakur district, search underway to trace 3 other accused
Mohammad Arif from Jharkhand has hand-crafted a Maruti 800 into a Lamborghini-inspired replica for around Rs 4 lakh. The custom build features fiberglass body panels, a wide stance, and a striking neon green finish, along with a sporty two-seater interior and sunroof. This unique creation has gone viral online, capturing the attention of car enthusiasts and social media users alike.
Jharkhand Mechanic Converts Maruti 800 into Lamborghini, Internet Amazed (VIDEO)
Jamshedpurs Mohammad Arif transforms a Maruti 800 into a Lamborghini-style supercar in two years. The Rs 4 lakh modification has gone viral worldwide.
Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran announced an Rs 11,000 crore investment in advanced technology for Jamshedpur. This investment aims to reduce the carbon footprint. The group also discussed skill development partnerships with Jharkhand. Additionally, a new Jaguar Land Rover manufacturing facility in Ranipet, Tamil Nadu, commenced operations with the rollout of the first locally manufactured Land Rover Evoque.
Bengal SIR: 200 additional judicial officers to join adjudication exercise
Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday evening informed that 200 additional judicial officers 100 each from neighbouring Jharkhand and Odisha will join the ongoing judicial adjudication process relating to voters identity documents flagged under the logical discrepancy category in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal. The additional 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 .
Holi School Holiday 2026: Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Bihar declare school closures for Holi 2026
Several states across India have announced school holidays for Holi, with closures varying according to regional observances and calendar calculations. Uttar Pradesh government schools will remain shut from March 2 to March 4, creating a four-day break due to March 1 being a Sunday. Delhi, Haryana and Punjab will close schools on March 4, while Bihar, Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Assam have also declared holidays around the festival period.
Above-Normal Heatwave Days Likely In Most Parts Of India During March-May: IMD
New Delhi, Feb 28: Above-normal number of heatwave days are expected over most parts of the country between March and May, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said in its monthly forecast on Saturday. These parts include West Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, south and east Maharashtra, east Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and parts of north Karnataka and north Tamil Nadu. In March, however, maximum temperatures are likely to be normal to below normal [] The post Above-Normal Heatwave Days Likely In Most Parts Of India During March-May: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jharkhand civic polls: BJP-backed nominees win in Ranchi, Medininagar; JMM wins Giridih, Deoghar
Roshni Khalkho defeated her nearest Congress-backed rival, Rama Khalkho, by 14,363 votes. She secured 1,57,669 votes against Ramas 1,43,306 in the contest, says an official
President of India Visits Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur
Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC), Jamshedpur, a premier constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), was privileged to host the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu , at its campus recently. The Presidential visit underscores a pivotal moment for the advancement of medical education and healthcare infrastructure within the state of Jharkhand. Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC), Jamshedpur, a premier constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) The Hon’ble President was received with a warm welcome by dignitaries including: Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar , Hon’ble Governor of Jharkhand Shri Irfan Ansari , Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare, Jharkhand Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.) , Vice Chancellor, MAHE Shri Somnath Das , Group President, Manipal Education & Medical Group (MEMG) Shri D.B. Sundara Ramam , Vice President, Corporate Services, Tata Steel Ltd. The visit commenced with the Hon’ble President group photographs with the Faculty, Management and Students, followed by MIYAZAKI MANGO sapling plantation. In his welcome address at T.M.A Pai Hall, the Vice Chancellor referred to the significant policy change by Government of India in 2019 which led to the establishment of first ever Private Private Consortium model medical college named Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC). Tata Steel Ltd. has provided its Tata Main Hospital as teaching Hospital. The first batch of 150 MBBS students commenced from the academic year 2020-21 which is now due to pass out in March 2026. Referring to MAHE’s legacy, the VC mentioned specifically on the role of Dr. Ramdas M. Pai, Chancellor, MAHE & Dr. Ranjan Pai, President MAHE Trust. He highlighted about Manipal’s role in medical health care system by establishing first Private Medical College in 1953 followed by first Public Private Medical college in Sikkim. The VC concluded with thanking the Hon’ble President on behalf of entire MAHE family for having spared her valuable time to be present with us today. During the interaction with the students, Smt. Purnima Hembram (2 nd year student) expressed her strong resolve to complete her studies notwithstanding the fact that she is married with three children and a family to support. She belongs to a village in Jharkhand but her parents and family continuously encouraged her to complete her studies and become a doctor to enable her to work in the rural areas for the health care of the downtrodden. The Hon’ble President expressed her admiration for all the students and highlighted the resolve of Smt. Purnima and appealed to the MTMC and its entire student community to adopt Purnima’s resolve as a role model. Hon’ble President lauded the legacy of Manipal Group which led to MTMC formation which has earned its reputation in the region in just six years. She specifically expressed the fact that she felt completely at home while being in the MTMC Campus.
MS Dhoni Gets Housing Board Notice Over Commercial Use' Of Ranchi Home
Former Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been served a notice by the Jharkhand State Housing Board over alleged commercial use of his residential plot in Ranchi.
Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC), Jamshedpur, a premier constituent unit of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) , was privileged to host the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at its campus today. The Presidential visit underscores a pivotal moment for the advancement of medical education and healthcare infrastructure within the state of Jharkhand. President Droupadi Murmu interacted with students at Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur, highlighting its growing role in medical education and healthcare in Jharkhand The Hon’ble President was accorded a warm welcome by distinguished dignitaries, including Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar, Hon’ble Governor of Jharkhand; Shri Irfan Ansari, Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare, Jharkhand; Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd.), Vice Chancellor, MAHE; Shri Somnath Das, Group President, Manipal Education & Medical Group (MEMG); and Shri D.B. Sundara Ramam, Vice President, Corporate Services, Tata Steel Ltd. The visit commenced with the Hon’ble President group photographs with the Faculty, Management and Students, followed by MIYAZAKI MANGO sapling plantation. In his welcome address at T.M.A Pai Hall, the Vice Chancellor referred to the significant policy change by Government of India in 2019 which led to the establishment of first ever Public Private Consortium model medical college named Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC). Tata Steel Ltd. has provided its Tata Main Hospital as teaching Hospital. The first batch of 150 MBBS students commenced from the academic year 2020-21 which is now due to pass out in March 2026. Referring to MAHE’s legacy, the VC mentioned specifically on the role of Dr. Ramdas M. Pai, Chancellor, MAHE & Dr. Ranjan Pai, President MAHE Trust. He highlighted about Manipal’s role in medical health care system by establishing first Private Medical College in 1953 followed by first Public Private Medical college in Sikkim. The VC concluded with thanking the Hon’ble President on behalf of entire MAHE family for having spared her valuable time to be present with us today. During the interaction with the students, Smt. Purnima Hembram (2 nd year student) expressed her strong resolve to complete her studies notwithstanding the fact that she is married with three children and a family to support. She belongs to a village in Jharkhand but her parents and family continuously encouraged her to complete her studies and become a doctor to enable her to work in the rural areas for the health care of the downtrodden. The Hon’ble President expressed her admiration for all the students and highlighted the resolve of Smt. Purnima and appealed to the MTMC and its entire student community to adopt Purnima’s resolve as a role model. Hon’ble President lauded the legacy of Manipal Group which led to MTMC formation which has earned its reputation in the region in just six years. She specifically expressed the fact that she felt completely at home while being in the MTMC Campus.
Woman hacked to death on suspicion of practising witchcraft in Jharkhand, one held
The incident took place in Baghima Ambatoli village under the Palkot Police Station limits on Wednesday, 25, when the woman was attacked by two men
Jharkhand: Wild elephant enters Ranchi, triggering panic among locals
A forest team has been deployed to drive out the animal from the city
Golgappa Poisoning, Choking Attempt In Forest: Lover's Murder Plot Fails
Every good story has the same ingredients: compelling characters, clear wants and needs, a plot, and a twist. This love story from Jharkhand, however, has much more than that.
President Murmu lays foundation stone for Sri Jagannath spiritual centre in Jkhands Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur, Feb 26: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday performed the ground-breaking ceremony of the Sri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust at Kadma area in Jharkhands Jamshedpur, and laid its foundation stone. Murmu performed the Bhumi Pujan amid the chanting of vedic mantras by priests. Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Governor Santosh Gangwar, Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Tata Steel CEO & MD T V Narendran were also present on the occasion. Earlier, Murmu was accorded a warm welcome by [] The post President Murmu lays foundation stone for Sri Jagannath spiritual centre in Jkhands Jamshedpur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC stays proceedings against Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren for defying ED summons
HC had dismissed Jharkhand CM's petition to quash prosecution
Jharkhand crash: Plane lacked cockpit voice, flight data recorders
New Delhi: The nearly 40-year-old Beechcraft C90A aircraft that crashed in Jharkhand on Monday, killing seven people, did not have cockpit voice or flight data recorders, according to the aviation regulator DGCA. The mandatory requirement for an aircraft to have cockpit voice and flight data recorders was not in place when the ill-fated aircraft was []
Former Jharkhand CM Champai Sorens grandson dies in Manali
Champai Soren said his grandson suddenly fill ill and was taken to a hospital but could not be saved; Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren condoled the 19-year-olds death
No black box in air ambulance crash in Jharkhand, AAIB team investigates the site
Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has collected key evidence and will continue investigations tomorrow, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Shubham Khandelwal told ANI
Northern Railways is operating approximately 500 additional train trips from Delhi's key stations to manage the Holi rush. These special services, running from February 20 to the end of March, connect major destinations across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra to manage the surge of migrant workers and students travelling home for the festival of colours.
No Energy To Fight: Indian Founder Sells Company, Leaves Sweden Over Xenophobic System
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren confirmed the untimely demise of his grandson, Veer Soren, through a social media post.
Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Family borrowed Rs 8 lakh for ill-fated medical flight
Jharkhand Air Ambulance Crash: No Black Box On Aircraft, Weather Radar Under Scrutiny
Among the aspects under investigation is whether a faulty onboard weather radar caused the Beechcraft C90 King Air to deviate fatally from its planned route.
Jharkhand, Odisha judicial officers to be drafted to speed up Bengal SIR
The Supreme Court has allowed the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to enlist judicial officers from Jharkhand and Odisha to expedite the verification of 50 lakh voters in West Bengal facing 'logical discrepancy' or 'unmapped' status. The apex court clarified Aadhaar is solely for identification, not citizenship claims, and supplementary voter lists will be published post-February 28.
All 7 people onboard air ambulance killed in crash in Jharkhand
Ranchi: The grief and pain of family members of seven people, who died in an air ambulance crash near Simaria in Jharkhands Chatra district, were palpable on Tuesday afternoon, as the bodies were handed over to them after post-mortem examination. The Beechcraft C90 air ambulance, operated by Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd, was en route to []
While the Trinamool Congress has blamed the EC for the situation, the BJP leadership has said the development is a reflection of complete politicisation of administration in West Bengal
Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Bodies of 7 deceased handed over to family members after post-mortem
The post-mortem was conducted at Sadar Hospital in Chatra.The bodies have been handed over to family members after the autopsy, say a health department official
'He Saved Many Lives, But Lost His Own': Jharkhand Air Ambulance Pilot's Father Mourns Loss
Operated by Delhi-based Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd, the Beechcraft C90 aircraft VT-AJV took off from Ranchi at 7.11pm with a patient on board but crashed soon after
Explained | 3 Air Emergencies In 24 Hours: Ambulance Crash, Engine Sparks & Chopper Crash-Landing
Ambulance Crash In Jharkhand, Mid-Air Engine Scare On Delhi-Leh Flight, Helicopter Crash-Landing In Andaman: What happened? What were causes? How many casualties were reported?
Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Probe underway into cause
Investigation launched into Jharkhand air ambulance crash that killed seven, focusing on weather conditions and communication loss
Jharkhand Air Ambulance Crash: Patients Family Had Borrowed Rs 8 Lakh For Ride To Save His Life
With road travel not possible for Sanjay Shaw, who had suffered 65% burns, the family had borrowed Rs 8 lakh from friends, kin for an air ambulance to transport him to Delhi
Lost for nearly three decades, Jharkhand womans homecoming ends in heartbreak over religion
Sushila Murmu, a Christian woman, spent nearly thirty years in a Kolkata shelter. Volunteers recently found her son in Jharkhand. He refused to bring her home unless she converted to Hinduism. Murmu declined, stating she would not leave her faith. Her son cited family tradition. Local authorities are now aware of the situation. Murmu remains at the shelter.
'Sold My Farmland For His Education': Father Mourns Loss Of Doctor Killed In Jharkhand Crash
Families of the Jharkhand air ambulance crash victims have shared emotional accounts of loss, and have questioned gaps in local healthcare that forced the medical evacuation.
With 80 Lakh Claims Pending, Supreme Court Allows Judges From Odisha, Jharkhand To Aid Bengal SIR
Supreme Court asked the Calcutta High Court chief justice to request his Jharkhand and Odisha counterparts and requisition judicial officers to aid SIR process.
Jharkhand govt tables Rs 1.58 lakh crore budget for FY27
Jharkhand on Tuesday tabled a Rs 1.58 lakh crore budget for 202627, up from Rs 1.45 lakh crore this fiscal. Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore said it aims to support the poor, farmers, tribals and women.
West Bengal SIR hearing: Supreme Court asks Calcutta HC to deploy more judicial officers
Supreme Court asks the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to borrow judicial officers from neighbouring Odisha and Jharkhand
Jharkhand Govt tables 1.58 lakh crore budget for FY'27
The JMM-led government had in 2025-26 presented a 1.45 lakh crore budget
Bengal SIR: SC Allows Deployment of Judicial Officers from Jharkhand, Odisha for Claim Verification
Taking note of the grim situation and the time constraints, the bench permitted the deployment of civil judges to conduct the process.
Family Wiped Out: Relatives Mourn Jharkhand Air Ambulance Crash's Victims
The Jharkhand air ambulance crash has left several families shattered, as they try to cope with the sudden loss of seven people who had boarded the aircraft with the sole purpose of saving a life.
Watch: Jharkhand air ambulance crash: Seven killed; bodies brought to hospital for post-mortem
All seven people on board an air ambulance were killed after the aircraft crashed near Simaria in Jharkhands Chatra district on February 23, 2026. The Beechcraft C90 aircraft, operated by Redbird Airways Pvt Ltd, was en route to Simaria in Jharkhands Chatran it went down shortly after takeoff.
The Supreme Court has authorized the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to bring in judicial officers from Jharkhand and Odisha to speed up the verification of voter claims in West Bengal's electoral roll revision. This move aims to address a significant backlog, with the Election Commission bearing the costs.
