JSSC-CGL exam cancelled, Jharkhand govt to probe irregularities since 2014
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Jharkhand: Talks yet to begin as student protest enters day 24
Ranchi: Talks between a government panel and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand were yet to begin on Monday, August 17, as Chief Minister Hemant Soren held a meeting with his ministers at the state secretariat, with the agitation entering its 24th day. An invitation was extended to us for a meeting with the government panel 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 .
Paddy acreage down 3.65% on deficient rains in Karnataka, Jharkhand, Maha
Sowing of kharif crops, which typically picks up with the onset of the southwest monsoon in June, was delayed this year on account of El Nino conditions.
Junior National Hockey: Key Teams Continue Winning Momentum
Hockey Jharkhand, Hockey Haryana, and Hockey Karnataka extended their winning streaks in the Women Junior National Championship. Karnataka delivered a dominant 9-0 victory over Goans Hockey, with Pearlin Ponnamma AG scoring four goals. Other teams like Hockey Bihar, Delhi Hockey, Hockey Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Madhya Pradesh also secured significant wins across various divisions and pools.
CID arrests Ajita Bhattacharya's PA for extorting Rs 40 lakh to manage JPSC interviews
The Jharkhand CID has arrested the personal assistant of former JPSC member Ajita Bhattacharya in connection with an alleged recruitment examination irregularities case. The accused, BN Ram, allegedly demanded Rs 40 lakh in exchange for managing interviews conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC).
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to meet students protesting over JPSC and JSSC recruitment exam irregularities. The intervention follows heavy police deployment, action against journalists, and the deteriorating health of hunger-striking leader Devendra Nath Mahato.
IMD Alert: On August 18, the worst form of weather will be seen in Jharkhand. According to the Meteorological Department, extremely heavy rainfall with heavy to very heavy rainfall may be recorded at isolated places in Jharkhand. Due to torrential rains in the state, there is a possibility of water logging in low-lying areas and [] The post IMD Alert: Torrential rain alert in 6 states on August 18, weather will be like this from Delhi to UP-Bihar first appeared on informalnewz .
Srinagar, Aug 17: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday played down the BJPs protest against his government in Jammu, saying political parties were entitled to express their differences, while sharply criticising what he described as the Centres growing interference in matters belonging to the states. Asked about the BJPs protest in Jammu against the National Conference-led government, Abdullah said there was little for him to respond to. They have a difference of opinion. This is what they have to do, he said. Okay? They did it. What else? Abdullah, however, used the discussion to make a broader argument for greater space for states, saying issues such as education and health fall within the states domain and should not be increasingly centralised. This is not just about Jharkhand, he said, referring to the ongoing student protests there. These matters, whether it is education or health, in the devolution of powers, these are State issues. They feature in the State List. The Chief Minister said the weakening of states could not be attributed to the BJP alone, arguing that successive governments at the Centre, including the Congress-led UPA, had contributed to the trend. This fault is not just the BJPs, Abdullah said. Different central governments have played a role in weakening the states. He cited the centralisation of the NEET examination system as an example, arguing that greater central control had also altered the chain of accountability. So, if NEET had not been centralised, Dharmendra Pradhan would not have had to resign,Abdullah said. Because examinations would have been conducted at the state level. If there had been a scam in a state, the minister of that state would have been responsible. He said the Centre should confine itself to matters falling within its jurisdiction and leave state subjects to elected state governments. Leave matters that belong to the states with the states. Let the Centre handle matters that belong to the Centre, Abdullah said. This habit the Centre has developed of interfering in the states is the reason Dharmendra Pradhan had to lose his job. Let us do our work; let them do theirs. The remarks come amid renewed political friction between the J&K government and the BJP, which has stepped up its criticism of the National Conference-led administration in Jammu. On the controversy over Vande Mataram at the Independence Day ceremony, Abdullah sought to play down the issue, saying the change in the ceremonys sequence was new even to him. This was my eighth Independence Day parade. But this was the first time Vande Mataram was included, he said. Abdullah said it took him some time to understand the revised sequence, under which Vande Mataram preceded the flag unfurling and the national anthem. It took me some time too to understand that first I would stand there, then Vande Mataram would be played, then I would unfurl the flag, and then there would be the national anthem, he said. Perhaps Congress also needed some time to adjust. Asked about criticism over a statement supporting Article 370 that was described as reflecting a Naxalite mindset, Abdullah refused to comment on the social-media posts. Why are you asking me to explain and speak about what she tweets? he said. It is her Twitter account; her daughter runs it. Let her tweet whatever she likes. On the protests in Jharkhand, Abdullah backed the continuation of talks with the students, saying legitimate grievances should be addressed through dialogue. If the students demands are legitimate, if they are valid, then somewhere or the other, they should sit down with them and talk, he said. He added that if the government believed the demands were baseless, it should say so clearly. If they are not, then say directly that there is no weight or truth in their demands and that there will be no talks with them, he said. But the decision to hold a second round of talks, he argued, indicated that the protesters concerns could not simply be dismissed. If you have already held one round of talks and are saying there will be a second round, then somewhere their demands must have some truth in them, Abdullah said.
States can't create blockades in elephant corridors: SC
Justice Bagchi said the practice of using fireballs and spikes in West Bengal is prevalent because the elephants come from Nepal and through West Bengal they go to Jharkhand and other States
Rahul Gandhi urges Jharkhand CM to meet protesting students over exam row
Elephant herds trample two women to death in Ramgarh district
Unsung Legends: The Forgotten Heroes Who Shaped Jharkhand
The unsung heroes of Jharkhand, from Birsa Munda and Tilka Manjhi to the Murmu siblings, Binod Bihari Mahato, and Dr. B.P. Kesari, who fought British rule, led armed uprisings, and preserved indigenous identity.
Jharkhand students' protest: Rahul Gandhi urges Soren to meet students
In a letter to Soren dated August 14, Rahul Gandhi said the students' protest had remained peaceful and described their demands as legitimate
Watch: Jharkhand exam row: Rahul Gandhi urges Hemant Soren to meet protesters
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to personally meet students protesting alleged irregularities in State recruitment examinations. In a letter dated August 14, Mr. Gandhi said the students demands were legitimate and their peaceful protest deserved the governments support. He also urged the Jharkhand government to take appropriate action to address their remaining concerns.
CID raids underway at JSSC office
Ranchi: The Criminal Investigation Department on Monday, August 17, began conducting raids at the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission office here in connection with its probe into alleged irregularities in recruitment exams, an officer said. Job aspirants have been protesting for 24 days now against alleged irregularities in various recruitment examinations in Jharkhand. We are conducting 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 .
Babulal Marandi Questions CID Investigation into JSSC-CGL Exam Irregularities
Ranchi, August 17: Babulal Marandi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly, has raised serious concerns regarding the investigation into alleged irregularities in the JSSC-CGL exam. He criticized the state government and the Crime Investigation Department (CID) for not thoroughly examining several crucial aspects related to the exam. Marandi accused the CID of ... Read more Babulal Marandi Questions CID Investigation into JSSC-CGL Exam Irregularities
Jharkhand JPSC-JSSC Row: Govt Calls Students For Talks Today As August 20 CM Gherao Looms
Government seeks dialogue as protesting students demand exam cancellations, CBI probe and lasting recruitment reforms.
Personally Meet Students: Rahul Gandhi Writes To CM Hemant Soren Over Jharkhand Protests
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to personally meet students protesting alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations. In a letter dated August 14 and made public on Monday, Rahul expressed support for the protesters, describing their demands as legitimate and their agitation as peaceful. He noted that some students remain on an indefinite hunger strike and called for their concerns to be resolved. Rahul said the Jharkhand government had initiated dialogue through a committee and that there was agreement on several student demands, but the protests were continuing. He also said the Congress supports the constitutional right to peaceful protest. In the letter, Rahul alleged that the education system had been influenced by the RSS and BJP. He stressed that Indias youth are the countrys future and urged Soren to hear the students and take appropriate action.
CID Raids Jharkhand SSC Office Amid Allegations of Exam Irregularities
Ranchi, August 17: A team from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) conducted a raid at the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) office on Monday, investigating alleged irregularities in the JSSC-CGL examination. The team is currently interrogating the commissions secretary, Sudhir Gupta. According to sources, the investigation agency is reviewing documents and records related to all ... Read more CID Raids Jharkhand SSC Office Amid Allegations of Exam Irregularities
Rahul Gandhi Urges Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to Meet Student Protesters
Ranchi, August 17: Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging him to personally meet with representatives of the student protesters to resolve the ongoing agitation in the state. Gandhi emphasized that direct dialogue between the Chief Minister and the students would strengthen the governments commitment to addressing pending issues. ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Urges Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to Meet Student Protesters
Jharkhand exam row: Govt, protesters to hold talks on Monday
Ranchi: Job aspirants protesting against alleged irregularities in the recruitment examinations in Jharkhand are scheduled to hold fresh talks with the state government on Monday, August 17, as the stir entered its 24th day with six agitators still on hunger strike. A day earlier, the demonstrators burnt the effigies of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Rahul 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 .
'Their demands legitimate': Rahul asks Jharkhand CM to...
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging him to personally meet with student representatives protesting irregularities in state recruitment examinations. Gandhi stressed the legitimacy and peaceful nature of the students' demands, highlighting the Congress party's support for their right to protest.
Jharkhand Student Protest: Rahul Asks Soren to Meet Students' Representatives, Resolve Issue
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren over the student protests in the state, urging him to personally meet with representatives of the protesting students and take appropriate action towards the resolution of the issue. Gandhi
In a letter, dated August 14, Mr. Gandhi said that the students demands were legitimate and their peaceful protest deserved the governments support.
'Go Meet Jharkhand Protesters': Rahul Gandhi's Letter To Ally Hemant Soren
Many students have been protesting alleged irregularities in Jharkhand's recruitment examinations.
LoP Gandhi writes to Jkhand CM Soren, urges him to meet protesting students, take appropriate action New Delhi: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP), Rahul Gandhi, on Monday wrote to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging him to personally meet with representatives of the protesting students and take appropriate action towards the resolution of this [] The post LoP Gandhi writes to Jkhand CM Soren, urges him to meet protesting students, take appropriate action appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Jharkhand protest: 4th round of govt-students talk today; agitators express hope for agreement
Ranchi The protest over irregularities in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection The post Jharkhand protest: 4th round of govt-students talk today; agitators express hope for agreement appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Rahul Gandhi urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to meet protesting students. He emphasized the importance of peaceful protest as a democratic right. Students are protesting irregularities in state recruitment examinations conducted by JPSC and JSSC. Discussions are ongoing, and students remain hopeful for a fair education system. Further protests are planned if talks fail to yield satisfactory results.
Rahul urges Soren to meet protesting Jharkhand students, resolve issue
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren over the student protests in the state, urging him to personally meet with representatives of the protesting students and take appropriate action towards the resolution of the issue. Gandhi stressed that the protest by the students in Jharkhand has been peaceful and their demands are legitimate. The Congress is part of the ruling JMM-led government in Jharkhand. In his letter to Soren, Gandhi said the youth of India is its future and asserted that we owe them our solidarity and support at this moment of crisis. The Congress party believes that the right to peaceful protest as enshrined in the Constitution of India is one of the central pillars of our democracy. We have, therefore, offered our full support to students protesting paper leaks and irregularities in the education system over the last few months, the Leader of Opposition said in his letter. It is also our belief that the Indian educati
'We owe them our solidarity': Rahul writes to ally Soren over student protests
Rahul Gandhi has thrown his weight behind students protesting against the irregularities in Jharkhand's recruitment exams. He has called on Chief Minister Hemant Soren to engage with student representatives amid an ongoing indefinite hunger strike by some. Gandhi emphasized that the Congress party stands in complete solidarity with the students, voicing concerns over the exploitation of the Indian education system by certain factions.
Jharkhand Protests: Devendra Nath Mahto Calls for Solid Solutions Before Talks with Government
Ranchi, August 17: Ahead of negotiations between the Jharkhand government and protesting students in Ranchi, Devendra Nath Mahto expressed hope for a solid resolution. He emphasized the need for a collaborative effort to prevent future paper leaks. Speaking to a news agency while on a hunger strike, Mahto noted that the student movement has garnered ... Read more Jharkhand Protests: Devendra Nath Mahto Calls for Solid Solutions Before Talks with Government
Actress Kunickaa Sadanand joined the JPSC and JSSC aspirants' protest in Ranchi on Sunday and interacted with the students, including a hunger-striking aspirant. She urged the Jharkhand government to remain transparent and accountable while asking protesters to give authorities time to find a solution
Jharkhand exam protest: Fresh talks between govt., agitators on August 17 as stir enters day 24
We will definitely go for the talks as we want to resolve the issue through dialogue. We are firm on two of our demands, a CBI probe into irregularities in recruitment exams and cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exams, JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch leader Ravindra Paswan told reporters
Jharkhand job protests enters 24th day, six still on fast
Job aspirants in Jharkhand are set to engage in fresh talks with the state government on Monday, as their protest against alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations enters its 24th day. The demonstrators are demanding a CBI probe into the alleged irregularities and the cancellation of the JSSC-CGL examination.
Student Protests in Jharkhand Enter 24th Day: Government Ministers to Discuss Reforms
Ranchi, August 17: The ongoing student protests in Jharkhand against alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams will see another round of talks between the government and the protesting students today. On the 24th day of the movement, a group of four ministers will meet with representatives from the JPSC-JSSC Reform Forum at ... Read more Student Protests in Jharkhand Enter 24th Day: Government Ministers to Discuss Reforms
JPSC-JSSC protesters warn Jharkhand govt, issue ultimatum; CM residence gherao on August 20
JPSC-JSSC protesters warn Jharkhand govt, issue ultimatum; CM residence gherao on August 20
Student leader Rahul Kranti doubts Jharkhand government will accept CBI probe demand
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Jharkhand student leader warns struggle will continue if talks fail
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Kunickaa Sadanand extends support to protesting JPSC, JSSC aspirants in Ranchi
Kunickaa Sadanand joined protesting JPSC and JSSC aspirants in Ranchi, urging the Jharkhand government to address their concerns with transparency and accountability. Supporting their demand for opportunities, she advised students to seek written assurances
Jharkhand student protesters urge Rahul Gandhi to come to protest site, withdraw support from govt
JPSC-JSSC aspirants continue their indefinite hunger strike in Ranchi for their demands. Student protesters are seeking resolution through ongoing dialogue with the Jharkhand government. Talks are scheduled to address the protesters' core concerns and demands. Both government and opposition parties are commenting on the ongoing student agitation. The protest enters its 24th day with no immediate resolution in sight.
Delhi likely to get light rain; monsoon remains active across India
IMD has forecast isolated extremely heavy rain over West Bengal and Odisha, with heavy to very heavy showers likely across several states, including Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Uttarakhand
Jharkhand student protesters continue hunger strike on 24th day amid deteriorating health concerns
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BJP criticises Hemant Soren for skipping talks as Jharkhand student protests enter 24th day
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Infra stock to be in focus today as company secures LOA from National Highways Authority of India
Shares of Hazoor Multi Projects Ltd (HMPL) will be in focus when markets open for trading today, i.e. on August 17, 2026, as the company has stated that it has been awarded the Letter of Award (LOA) by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). According to the information shared with exchanges, the value of the contract is Rs 28.47 crore. The contract is for collection of user fee at Madangundi Fee Plaza at design Ch. Km 12.300 at the four-lane stretch between Km0.000 and Km27.500 on NH-31 in Jharkhand under NHDP Phase-IV on EPC mode. The company has also confirmed that neither its promoters nor group entities have any interest in NHAI, and the transaction does not fall under related party transactions.
Jharkhand government to hold talks as JPSC-JSSC protest enters 24th day
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Jharkhand exam stir: Students burn effigies of CM, Rahul
Ranchi: The agitation by students over alleged irregularities in Jharkhands recruitment examinations intensified on Sunday, August 16, as protesters burnt effigies of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Rahul Gandhi and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav here, accusing the JMM-Congress alliance of failing to take concrete action on their demands. The state government, meanwhile, extended an invitation in 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 Recruitment Row: Govt to Hold Fresh Talks With Protesters Today
The Jharkhand government has invited job aspirants protesting alleged irregularities in state recruitment examinations for another round of talks on Monday, officials said on Sunday. The development came a day after the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, which is spearheading the agitation, announced
Jharkhand Govt Invites Agitating Students for Fresh Talks Today
Earlier, six rounds of talks were held between the Jharkhand government and the agitating students
Jharkhand exam stir: Students burn Rahul, Soren effigies; plan CMs residence gherao on Aug 20
Formal child adoption remains low in J&K; CARA records 42 cases in 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 42 children adopted through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) during 2025-26, a figure substantially lower than adoption numbers reported by several major States, according to data presented by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Rajya Sabha. The State/UT-wise data, furnished in response to a parliamentary question answered on August 12, shows that Maharashtra recorded the highest number of CARA-facilitated adoptions during the financial year, with 792 cases. Gujarat followed with 547, while Tamil Nadu recorded 501 adoptions. Karnataka accounted for 377 cases, followed by Odisha with 308 and Telangana with 307. Jammu and Kashmirs 42 adoptions were also lower than the figures reported by several northern and neighbouring States. Rajasthan recorded 172 adoptions, while Punjab reported 49, only seven more than J&K. Uttar Pradesh registered 231 cases, Haryana 68, Uttarakhand 30, Himachal Pradesh 14 and Delhi 109. Among other States, Assam recorded 186 adoptions, Kerala 170, Andhra Pradesh 140, Bihar 125 and Chhattisgarh 114. West Bengal reported 237 cases, Madhya Pradesh 221 and Jharkhand 60. The data also showed considerable variation among the northeastern States. Meghalaya and Nagaland reported 13 adoptions each, Mizoram 78, Tripura seven, Arunachal Pradesh five and Manipur four. Sikkim recorded 28 cases. Smaller Union Territories and States also reported relatively modest numbers. Goa recorded 25 adoptions, Chandigarh 18, Puducherry 15 and Andaman and Nicobar Islands 11. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu reported five cases. No adoption through CARA was recorded in Ladakh or Lakshadweep during 2025-26. Across the 36 States and Union Territories listed in the annexure, the reported number of CARA-facilitated adoptions stood at 5,022 during the financial year. J&Ks 42 cases therefore accounted for less than one per cent of the reported national total. The Ministry, however, has clarified that adoption figures should be viewed in the context of the availability of children who have been declared legally free for adoption. The waiting period for prospective adoptive parents depends not only on the number of applicants but also on the availability of legally free children and the age group preferred by prospective parents. The government is seeking to strengthen the adoption infrastructure through Mission Vatsalya. States and UTs have been advised to establish at least one Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) in every district under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and the Adoption Regulations, 2022. As of July 29, 2026, 795 SAAs had been approved across the country under Mission Vatsalya. These agencies support the formal adoption process and provide residential care to adoptable children below six years of age. The adoption system has also been substantially digitised. All SAAs are required to operate through the integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya platform, which facilitates digital processing of cases from referral and matching to documentation. The system also allows authorities to monitor compliance through real-time dashboards at the Central and State levels. The Ministry said District Magistrates have been empowered to issue adoption orders under the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations. Prescribed timelines have been laid down for different stakeholders, while CARA undertakes regular monitoring and follow-up with States and UT administrations to reduce delays. The Centre is also using Mission Vatsalya for awareness campaigns promoting legal adoption and foster care. Nationwide and local outreach programmes, workshops, seminars and orientation sessions are being conducted, while CARA uses print, electronic and social media platforms to spread information on legal adoption procedures.
Jharkhand student protest enters 23rd day as government calls leaders for talks
Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto ended his hunger strike after fifteen days. He seeks permanent reforms in the education system for future generations. The Jharkhand government invited student leaders for talks on Monday. Protesting aspirants agreed to meet a government delegation at the State Guest House. Discussions aim to address alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations.
Jharkhand student leader Devendra Nath Mahto hopeful for positive outcome in talks with government
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Rahul Gandhi Compared to Pakistans President by Acharya Pramod Krishnam
New Delhi, August 17: Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam has criticized Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav regarding the student protests and police actions in Jharkhand. He urged Rahul Gandhi to visit Jharkhand to understand the students struggles and to engage with Chief Minister Hemant Soren. In his remarks, Acharya Pramod Krishnam likened Rahul Gandhi to ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Compared to Pakistans President by Acharya Pramod Krishnam
Jharkhand Students Burn Effigies of Chief Minister Soren and Rahul Gandhi Across 24 Districts
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Protesters say Congress had promised to withdraw support from the JMM-led regime if the demand for a CBI probe was not addressed by August 15
Jharkhand exam protest escalates as students burn Rahul, Tejashwi effigies
Jharkhand exam protest escalates as students burn Rahul Tejashwi effigies
Jharkhand students show the way how protests need to be done
FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS The Jharkhand students and youth agitation started on 25th July 2026 at Ranchi, the capital city of the Jharkhand state. It was five days after the Sansad-Chalo march held by the Jantar-Mantar protesters in Delhi on 20 July 2026 that showcased the magnitude of their agitation, primarily organised by the CJP, as abusive, indecent, violent and devoid of the moral standards. The tone and tenor at Jantar-Mantar, which gave a reflection of anti-national sentiments and slogans, had already vitiated the atmosphere at the venue of the agitation well before the march. Therefore, their march on 25 July, 2026 had a highly surcharged and motivated context. It was in such a background of controversial events that the students and youth of Jharkhand sat on a strike and sit-in-protestin the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium at Ranchi to press for resolution of their demands from the Jharkhand government. Initially, the state government didnt move at all, but the agitators showed a great amount of patience, perseverance and dedication to the cause. Here it needs to be understood that the protesters in Ranchi aren't led by any political party or an ideological group or a motivated usual ever-ready agitators as was the case at Jantar-Mantar Delhi. The agitators in Ranchi mostly comprise the job aspirants joined by the students of the state. They alleged huge irregularities and corruption in Jharkhand's recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC). They havent, to date, permitted any political leader or prominent political activist of any political party or its affiliate to come on the stage of the agitation or hijack the course of events. The reasonable distance from political groupings has surely given the agitation a special identity and recognition in the eyes of the public at large, not only in the state but throughout the nation. In fact, they have attracted sympathies from the countrymen significantly. A large number of students from various places have come to join them. The ongoing student agitation in Ranchi centres on protests against the alleged irregularities, paper leaks and corruption in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The agitationis being led by a group of student figures including Devendra Nath Mahto -the leader who went on an indefinite hungerstrike on 2nd August 2026. They staged prolonged sit-ins, hunger strikes, and an assembly march demanding a CBI probe, cancellation of tainted examinations, and systemic reforms. Theprotestersspecifically allege severe corruption and paper leaks in major state competitive examinations like the 14th JPSC and JSSC tests. The students have completely rejected the state government's CID probe and insist on a CBI investigation. They have also expressed their dissatisfaction with the administrative overhaul. Although the state government cancelled certain preliminary exams, accepted some demands, and saw JPSC members resign, the students have persisted with their core agitation for a CBI inquiry and thorough investigation. The agitation peaked on 10-11 August 2026 when thousands of students attempted to breach barricades towards the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly. It resulted in a heavy police crackdown involving lathi-charges, tear gas, and water cannons on the agitators. A large number of student leaders and protesters, including Devendra Nath Mahto and Rahul Kranti, were hospitalised following extended hunger strikes and clashes with the security forces. The police and administration continued with their action throughout the night of 10-11 August, 2026. The BJP, which is in the opposition in the state, gave outside support to the agitation. However, in response to the police action against the student protestors, the BJP called for a state-wideJharkhand Bandh on 11 August, 2026. BJP enforced its Bandh call throughout the state , leading to road blockades and disruptions in Ranchi and other districts. However, it helped the cause of the agitators in a way that an awareness campaign was unleashed by a number of forces in regard to the agitation in the entire state and pressure on the government in regard to the agitation increased. There is a great difference between the two agitations, one held at Jantar-Mantar and the other in process at Ranchi. The Jantar-Mantar protests were led by non-students, funded by known and unknown sources, both internal as well as external, joined by Bollywood figures having their allegiance to the left orientation and urban-naxals, activists who raised anti-national slogans at the venue consistently, anti-social elements who had nothing to do with NEET issue and who resorted to filthy and abusive language and violence on 20th July against police and paramilitary forces. They didn't shy away from damaging public and private properties during their march on 20th July and are on record in regard to all their nefarious activities. In comparison, the Ranchi agitation has remained peaceful despite a number of provocations. The organisers didn't accept help from doubtful figures and didn't allow the agitation to go into the hands of political figures. There were no political, anti-national or anti-social slogans raised by any section of the agitators. The Left-leaning student body AISA President, Neha Bora, was not allowed to make a speech there and was politely asked to leave the stage. The agitators all along sang songs of patriotism and bhajans and also used the right and polished language during their speeches, press briefings and other expressions. The temple committees and other social activists like Bhairav Singh organised food for the agitators. The organisers at Ranchi, unlike at Jantar-Mantar, always expressed their preference for simple and Jharkhand-based food items for the agitators. The public came forward voluntarily to help the protestors. The opposition parties and leaders who day in and day out came in support of the Jantar-Mantar stir kept themselves aloof from Ranchi and paid no attention to the agitation going on there. The leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and other such leaders who criticised the way the protestors in Delhi were dealt with by the police and administration didnt react to the treatment such protests got in Punjab, Kerala, Telangana and Karnataka, where there is the rule of INDI-Alliance partners. In regard to Jharkhand brutalities by police, Rahul Gandhi was compelled to open his mouth very late. The behaviour of the opposition changed drastically in the states where they were the ruling parties. They should have been ashamed of their double standards in this respect. In the case of Punjab, about which they refused to accept the failures, the Punjab & Haryana High Court hasn't only accepted that the massive paper leak happened there but also highlighted that the AAP government did absolutely nothing to stop it. Back to Ranchi, the biggest impression that the agitators therein have made upon the minds of the people is about their non-political demands, language, conduct and their love for their nation. They dont only seem well-behaved and responsible, but they have also given a great representation of their upbringing. Moreover, a large number of them are themselves the victims of corruption, nepotism, paper leaks and negligence by the authorities of the examination bodies and also by the government for the last a number of years. The Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, JMM leader, is also the Minister for Home, Administrative Reforms and the Department of Personnel. But no ill-will was ever expressed against his person by the agitators that can be castigated as unparliamentary or filthy as was the case at Jantar-Mantar. The level of debates in public life, the language used by the leaders and their public conduct have surely impacted the youth who call themselves Gen Z. In addition, some of them have reflections of their upbringing as well, for which their parents and teachers are directly responsible. In this context, the Ranchi protestors have left a grand benchmark. It is very unfortunate for the nation that over the last some time, public debates and discourses have turned murkier and uninspiring for all the generations of the nation. This was clearly observed during the farmers agitation, Tukde-Tukde gang protests, Shaheen Bagh dharna, Delhi communal riots, the Jantar-Mantar episode and even the skits played outside the Parliament building by the MPs. We have recently come across a very unfortunate scenario in a Congress convention in Delhi in which Rahul Gandhi, Sandeep Dikshit and their other activists crossed all limits of political decency and decorum. Their theatrics were lustily cheered by their party audience present in the hall that sent waves of shame all around. The way they spoke and acted publicly in regard to the Prime Minister of a country (Italy) with which India has a nice relationship is simply condemnable and also reprehensible. They have exhibited their poor understanding of diplomatic norms and political conduct in international affairs. Unfortunately, that is the way the opposition has chosen as its march towards its doubtful destiny spreads rabid infection around them. The Ranchi agitation has entered its fourth week. Some positive developments have also taken place, and the Soren government sent one of its cabinet ministers to the hospital to meet Mahto and discuss with him the issues involved. Some discussions were also held earlier by the government with different groups of agitators. It was expected that the Congress, which came in support of CJP in Delhi, would prevail upon the Jharkhand government of which they are a part of, but nothing of the sort happened. The government also resisted Mahto's joining the Tiranga Yatra on Independence Day. CM Soren should take lessons from PM Modi in this regard. It is hoped that good sense prevails, leading the agitating Jharkhand students, who showed the way how protests need to be done, meet success; and the agitation comes to an end as early as possible. (The author is a senior BJP & KP leader, Human Rights Defender and a columnist and can be reached at: ashwanikc2012@gmail.com )
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