Flood in Odishas Balasore district affects 50,000 people
Balasore: With the flash flood in river Subarnarekha affecting over 50,000 people in Odishas Balasore district, the state government on Saturday launched rescue and relief operations in the inundated areas. The flash flood in three blocks and one urban pocket of Balasore district was due to sudden release of water from Chandil Dam in Jharkhand, 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 .
CBI conducts searches in Bihar and Jharkhand in 100-crore fake GST claim case
The searches led to recovery of seven gold bars, documents and mobile phones
Flash floods hit Balasore, affecting thousands
A flash flood from the Subarnarekha River has hit Odisha`s Balasore district, affecting over 50,000 people across 17 areas, including Bhograi, Baliapal, and Basta. This was caused by heavy rain in Jharkhand, and the administration has quickly started relief and rescue operations
50,000 People In Odisha's Balasore Affected By Subarnarekha River Flash Flood
The incident followed heavy rainfall in neighbouring Jharkhand, triggered by the sudden release of water from the Chandil Dam
Odisha: 50,000 people affected by flash flood in Subarnarekha River
A flash flood hit Balasore district in Odisha. The Subarnarekha River overflowed due to heavy rain in Jharkhand. Water entered villages, affecting over 50,000 people. Seventeen gram panchayats faced the impact. Authorities are conducting rescue and relief work. Residents in vulnerable areas are on alert. The administration is providing food and medical assistance.
Ranchi Diary | JMM likely to go it alone in Bihar Assembly polls
Days after the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) was left out of two INDIA bloc meetings held recently to discuss seat-sharing for the upcoming Bihar Assembly polls, the party has decided to go it alone. Party spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya has exuded confidence in the JMMs ability to hold its own in the polls and stressed that it has its own identity. The party has also expressed dissatisfaction with the INDI alliances preparation for the polls, which are due later this year. The JMM has already identified 12 seats where it wants to field its candidates in Bihar Assembly polls. Police to seek Google help for traffic updates Whats worse than being stuck in a traffic snarl while heading for work or running late for a class? Luckily, some relief is in the offing. The Ranchi Police is set to have an audience with Google India on how to keep the public updated about the latest traffic and road conditions. All congestion points, road blockades and disturbances will be depicted on Google Maps to warn the motorists beforehand and avoid further snarl-ups. This is not the first initiative by cops to ease traffic woes. The Ranchi traffic police have also issued helpline numbers that commuters can call up or message to highlight the cause of snarl-ups across the city. Now, cough up Rs 1,000 if found smoking in public Have you non-smokers ever found yourself enjoying a pleasant day out when the acrid whiff of cigarette smoke spoilt your mood? Well, worry not. President Droupadi Murmu recently gave her assent to an amendment Bill passed four years ago in the Jharkhand Assembly, enhancing the fine for smoking cigarettes at a public place from a measly Rs 200 to Rs 1,000. The fivefold rise in the penalty is likely to deter even the most notorious public smokers. Notably, just a month before the Bill was passed, the state Cabinet had also cleared a proposal to ban hookah bars. The government had clarified that violators would face jail or a fine of up to Rs 1 lakh.
JSSC Opens Applications for Jharkhand Trained Madhyamik Acharya Exam 2025
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has announced the opening of online applications for the Jharkhand Trained Madhyamik Acharya Combined Competitive Examination - 2025. Interested candidates can apply from June 18 to July 17, 2025, for 1,373 positions in government high schools across the state. The application process includes a correction window and specific fee structures for different candidate categories. For more details, candidates are encouraged to check the official JSSC website.
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Nine killed in wedding return trip as car collides with trailer on Jharkhand-Bengal border
RANCHI: Nine people died in a road accident on the JharkhandWest Bengal border while returning from a wedding procession in Purulia, West Bengal. The incident took place on Friday morning when the car carrying them met with a horrific accident. Officer-in-charge of Neemdih police station, Santan Tiwari, confirmed the deaths of all nine occupants. According to Tiwari, nine people travelling in a Mahindra Bolero died in a crash at Namshol under the Balrampur police station area of West Bengal, which borders the Chandil subdivision of Jharkhands Seraikela-Kharsawan district. All the deceased were returning from Tilaitan village (Neemdih) after attending a wedding procession. Eyewitnesses said that as soon as the car carrying the wedding guests reached Namshol on the ChandilPurulia National Highway, a speeding trailer coming from the opposite direction rammed into it head-on. The collision was so severe that the car was shattered, killing eight people on the spot. One critically injured person was rushed to hospital but later succumbed to injuries, said an eyewitness on condition of anonymity. Locals stated that the trailer was moving at a very high speed and the driver lost control at a turn. Following the accident, police from Balrampur and Chandil, along with administrative officials, rushed to the spot. The bodies were recovered from the mangled vehicle and sent for post-mortem. Police have seized the trailer, but the driver fled the scene and is currently absconding. A search is on to trace him. The local administration has assured all possible assistance and compensation to the victims' families. The deceased have been identified as car owner Biru Mahato, Banka alias Chandramohan Mahato, Ajay Mahato, Vijay Mahato, Sapan Mahato, Gurupad Mahato, Shashank Mahato, Chittaranjan Mahato, and Munda alias Krishna Mahato. All were residents of Mahato Tola in Tilaitar village under the Neemdih police station area of Seraikela-Kharsawan district.
Nine die in Bengal road accident; victims from Jharkhand
Kolkata: Nine people, all from Jharkhand, were killed in a horrific road accident in Purulia district of West Bengal Friday morning. The accident took place after the passenger vehicle in which the nine passengers were travelling had a head-on collision with a trailer-truck coming from the opposite direction. The mishap took place on the Purulia-Jamshedpur []
At least nine people were killed in a head-on-collision between a heavily loaded truck and a small vehicle in West Bengal's Purulia district bordering Jharkhand on Friday morning, officials said.
Ex-municipality chairman among five held for extortion of money from truckers
JHARSUGUDA: Lakhanpur police on Wednesday night arrested five persons including former chairman of Brajrajnagar municipality Kishor Agarwal for allegedly extorting money from truck drivers loading coal at Lakhanpur opencast mines. Apart from prime accused Agarwal (65) of Lamtibahal, his associates Stifen Paramanik, Amarendar Singh, Sujit Kerketta and Sashi Dhar Chouhan were arrested under sections 296, 308 (6), and 61 (2) of BNS. The arrests were made on basis of a complaint filed by one Sunny Ram (36), a truck driver of Simdega in Jharkhand, alleging coercion and threats by the accused. Ram filed the complaint on June 18 alleging that the accused demanded Rs 145 per truckload to affix a seal on loading slips, essential for issuing challans. The driver claimed he was transporting coal in his truck when Singh and two of his associates approached him and demanded money. When he refused, they reportedly manhandled him and threatened him with dire consequences. The accused also warned that his truck would be blacklisted if he did not pay. Ram further said the three accused claimed to be operating under Agarwals instructions and boasted of high-profile connections. Fearing retribution, the driver paid the amount, and a seal marked LSS was placed on his loading slip. Brajrajnagar SDPO Chintamani Pradhan said basing on the complaint, police registered a case and started investigation. Subsequently, the five accused were arrested and produced in court. Sources said around 400 to 500 trucks, each carrying 17 to 18 tonne of coal, are dispatched daily from Lakhanpur opencast mines to various industries like Vedanta, JSW, BPSL and Hindalco. Agarwal, who owns IB Valley transport, allegedly collected Rs 5 per tonne of coal from transporters. He had secured a tender of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) at 99 per cent discount to load 400500 trucks daily at Lakhanpur mines using his payloaders. The illegal collection of money was going on for years. Contacted, general manager of Lakhanpur Area AK Pandey said they support coal dispatch by rail and oppose transport by trucks. Steps are being taken to stop illegal collection from truck drivers, he added.
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 134 Posts
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 Sarkari Result: The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 134 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official JPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 21-07-2025.
Woman among five held for bludgeoning 40-year-old to death in Odisha's Sundargarh district
ROURKELA: Brahmani Tarang police on Thursday arrested five persons including a woman for their alleged involvement in the brutal murder of a 40-year-old man whose injury-ridden body was found at Jiyabahal in Kalunga panchayat three days back. Deputy SP Amarendra Sandha said Phulmani Horo (35), Arbind Surin (42), Mansid Munda (25), Nirmal Topno (19) and Shunila Munda (27) murdered Neil Jojo (40), a resident of Goelkera in adjacent Jharkhand, on June 15. Sandha said Neil reportedly used to physically abuse his wife Turlen. Phulmani, who is also a native of Goelkera, was moved by the suffering of Turlen and had saved her when Neil attacked her with an axe. In 2023, Phulmani also brought Turlen from Golkera and both lived together in a rented house at Jiyabahal. On a few occasions, Neil visited Kalunga and threatened the two women of dire consequences. The police officer said on Saturday evening (June 14), Neil arrived at Jiyabahal again and accosted the two women near Kalunga railway track. However, Phulmani and Turlen ran away in fear. Turlen immediately left for her relatives place at Purunapani, but Neil stayed back at Jiyabahal. On Sunday, the victim arrived at Phulmanis rented house in an inebriated condition and threatened to kill her for helping his wife. The DSP said later in the evening, Phulmani, her uncle Arbind and some neighbours and tried to pacify Neil. However, the victim remained adamant and continued to threaten Phulmani. A heated exchange broke out between Neil and others following which two of Phulmanis associates bludgeoned the victim to death with stones. The accused fled after committing the crime. Neils body with his mutilated face was found near Mahavir new dumping yard on Monday evening. The DSP said the murder mystery was cracked with the help of forensic evidence and phone call records, besides interrogation of the accused. All the accused were produced in court and remanded in judicial custody.
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has released the admit card for the JPSC Forest Range Officer Preliminary Exam 2025. Candidates can download it from jpsc.gov.in using their registration credentials. Scheduled for June 29, the exam aims to fill 170 FRO vacancies. Aspirants must carry a printed admit card and valid photo ID to the exam centre.
UP, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Bihar among states to witness torrential rainfall, warns IMD
The Southwest Monsoon is advancing, bringing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across India. Eastern and central regions, including Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha, are on alert for intense downpours. Western India, particularly Gujarat and Madhya Maharashtra, also anticipates extremely heavy rainfall. Northwest and Northeast India should prepare for continued rain and thunderstorms over the next week.
JPSC Releases Admit Cards for Forest Range Officer Preliminary Exam 2025
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has officially released the admit cards for the Forest Range Officer Preliminary Examination 2025. Candidates who applied can now download their hall tickets from the official website. The exam is set for June 29, 2025, with 170 vacancies available. For detailed information on the exam pattern and to access the admit card, candidates are encouraged to visit the official site. Don't miss out on this opportunity to secure your position in the Jharkhand government!
Jharkhand rains: Bodies of two boys trapped under collapsed well found, girl dies as house caves in
RANCHI : Bodies of the two schoolboys who were trapped for over 22 hours under soil after a well collapsed due to heavy rain in Jharkhand's Khunti district were recovered on Thursday, an official said. A 10-year-old girl was also killed after a mud house in Ranchi district caved in during the day, police said. As rain continued to lash various parts of the state, a bridge and an abandoned residential building also collapsed in different districts, while several rivers were in spate. No casualty was reported in these incidents. The two schoolboys, aged nine and 10 years, were near the under-construction well at Murhu panchayat under Murhu police station limits when it collapsed around 2 pm on Wednesday. A team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) had been deployed in the rescue operation, Khunti Deputy Commissioner R Ronita told PTI. The rescue operation continued since Wednesday night and the bodies of the two boys were found around 12.30 pm on Thursday, an official said. A 10-year-old girl also died after her mud house collapsed in heavy rain at Murpa village under Tamar police station area in Ranchi district. She was alone in the house when it collapsed, police said. A portion of a bridge on the Banai River in Khunti's Torpa also collapsed due to heavy rain, blocking the Khunti-Simdega road. Ronita said a diversion was created there and the NDRF team also deployed at that spot. Heavy rain lashed several districts including Ranchi, Seraikela-Kharswan and East Singhbhum, throwing normal life out of gear. Schools in several districts including Ranchi and Khunti have been closed on Thursday in view of the heavy rains. Ranchi has been witnessing incessant rains for the past two days and its intensity has increased since Thursday morning, a weather official said. An abandoned residential building belonging to Tayo Rolls Company, a subsidiary of Tata Steel, collapsed on Thursday morning at Gamharia in Seraikela-Kharsawan district. In a statement, Tata Steel said the building had earlier been vacated, barricaded and declared unsafe for habitation. An alert has been sounded in the steel city of Jamshedpur in view of the swelling of rivers Kharkhai and Swarnarekha due to incessant rains for the last two days. The water level of both rivers reached near the danger mark, an official statement on Thursday said. The East Singhbhum district administration asked the people living in catchment areas along two rivers to be alert. Deputy director at Ranchi Meteorological Centre Abhishek Anand said a red alert of extremely heavy rainfall has been sounded for Ranchi, Lohardaga, Gumla, Khunti and Simdega as a low pressure system is laying over northeast Jharkhand.
Security forces recover 14 IEDs, huge cache of explosives from Jharkhand's Saranda forest
RANCHI: In yet another achievement by the security forces, as many as 14 Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and a huge cache of explosives weighing more than 50 kg were recovered during a search operation in the forests of Chitpil under Toklo Police Station in Chaibasa. The IEDs were destroyed at the spot by the bomb disposal squad due to security reasons. According to police, following a tip-off, a joint operation was launched involving personnel from Jharkhand Police and the CRPFs 60th Battalion. The operation was focused on forested and hilly areas near the ChaibasaSeraikela border, a region known for frequent Maoist activity. During the search operation, the security forces discovered 14 powerful improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted with an intent to ambush patrolling units. Due to security reasons, these IEDs were safely defused by the bomb disposal squad, stated an official communique from Chaibasa Police. In addition to that, an underground Maoist explosive storage site was found, containing 52 polybags filled with nearly 52 kgs of a white powder suspected to be ammonium nitrate commonly used for making bombs by the Maoists, it said. To prevent any potential misuse, the explosives were destroyed on-site, and the storage facility was dismantled. A case has been registered under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Explosive Substances Act, and the CLA Act, stated the official communique. Meanwhile, the security forces continue to monitor the area and are on high alert for any further movement of senior Maoist leaders. Notably, Maoists are now restricted only to the Saranda jungles in Jharkhand as they have been wiped out from other pockets of the state. According to an estimate, around 85 - 90 Maoists are supposed to be hiding in Saranda jungles, where they have planted thousands of IEDs, which have become a challenge for the security forces. The state police have launched a joint operation in Kolhan and Saranda jungles of Chaibasa in November 2022. The joint operation, conducted by personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Jharkhand Police, was launched following intelligence inputs about the presence of top Maoist leaders in the region, including Misir Besra, a senior CPI(Maoist) commander with a bounty of Rs one crore on his head.
Anatomy of a crime: Sonam, Muskan and more why are women criminals different?
NEW DELHI: Sonam, Muskan, Shivani, Ravina, Radhika framed in their dual identities as women and alleged 'husband killers' , they have not just grabbed headlines and courted notoriety over the last months but also challenged conventional notions about femininity and crime. The young women from various parts of the country were living their everyday lives, a world away from the national spotlight. Until they were arrested on charges of murdering their husbands. That they were women from small towns who broke out of stereotype in the most brutal way possible led to sensational headlines, frantic curiosity and also gave fodder to a series of misogynistic memes and jokes. The questions abound: Why do women commit crimes? Why are they treated differently than male criminals? Are they demonstrating empowerment or signs that they are, in fact, disempowered? It's a mix of social stigma, rigid gender roles, and unrealistic standards for women, experts said. British criminologist Frances Heidensohn has a term for the strong societal reaction double deviance theory. A woman committing a crime not only violates a legal norm but also a gender norm, explained G S Bajpai, professor of criminology and vice chancellor of the National Law University in Delhi. Women are expected to be caring and compliant. A woman who commits crime is therefore an aberration - abnormal and exceptional. This is not true for men... She is, therefore, as some scholars have described, doubly deviant and hence must be doubly punished'. Thus her gender becomes relevant to society's response to the crime. She is not just a criminal, she is a female criminal, Bajpai told PTI. The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) reported over 4.45 lakh crimes against women in 2022. However, it doesn't maintain a separate category for crimes 'by' women due to their low numbers. Yet serious offences committed by women, however small in number, make an impact all their own. On Tuesday, Sonam Raghuvanshi , a household name today, was taken to Meghalaya to reconstruct the killing of her husband , Raja Raghuvanshi, found hacked to death on a hillside, a critical step in the probe into a case that has the nation agog. The Indore couple was on their honeymoon and the bride allegedly plotted the killing along with her former boyfriend and three hitmen. In March this year, Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla allegedly stabbed her husband Saurabh Rajput to death in Meerut, dismembered his body, and sealed the remains in a drum filled with cement. 36 days of marriage, one deadly meal: Jharkhand bride kills husband in chilling echo of Raja Raghuvanshi case In April, Bijnor's Shivani claimed her husband died of a heart attack. Police later revealed that she had strangled Deepak to death. The same month, in Bhiwani, YouTuber Ravina allegedly killed her husband with the help of a male friend after he objected to their intimacy and her social media activities. Also in June, Sangli woman Radhika allegedly killed her husband, Anil, only 15 days after their marriage. Except for Ravina who is 32, the others are in their 20s. Then there was media executive Indrani Mukerjea , accused of killing her daughter Sheena Bora in 2012, and Jolly Joseph from Kerala, who allegedly poisoned six family members over 14 years to acquire property. And long before, in 19th-century Kolkata was Troilokya Devi, a courtesan and India's first known female serial killer who lured women -- mainly sex workers - and murdered them to rob them of their jewellery. With an accomplice, she killed at least five women before being apprehended and was executed in 1884. Many of the recent cases - dealing with wives killing their husbands -- triggered a flood of social media outrage and prolonged media coverage that often painted women as inherently malicious and portrayed men as helpless victims of their evil spouses. One instance of the vile and misogynist ride on social media websites was a crude callback to Sonam Bewafa Hai (Sonam is unfaithful) viral meme from some years ago. Public focus is misdirected, said women's rights activist Yogita Bhayana. It reflects our discomfort with women breaking out of the roles assigned to them. Such societal suppression will eventually lead to outbursts. The media is sensationalising it, giving it a Sonam did it' spin, as if she acted alone, which she didn't-there was male involvement too, Bhayana told PTI. Referring to the Sonam Raghuvanshi case, she said it became easier for her to plot a murder than to admit she was in love. That's the kind of psychological conflict women face in our society. Her crime isn't being defended, but we need to examine the root causes -- how deeply our culture conditions women to behave a certain way. Men, Bajpai added, are motivated primarily by power, honour, impulse, and instrumental goals while female crime is often propelled by prior victimisation, manipulation, and emotional stress. A society that views women as caregivers and crucibles of honour is no doubt disturbed when those women engage in criminal activity, Bajpai said. Intimate partner violence is neither new nor uncommon, as global and national trends have indicated that instances of husbands killing their wives far outnumber instances of wives killing their husbands, he argued. In fact, over half of all cases of homicide against women in India are carried out by their current or former partnersThis indicates that the media reporting of cases of women killing their husbands is disproportionate, he noted. According to criminal psychologist Deepti Puranik, there may be a number of reasons behind such an outburst against social ties. Culture and society generally play a lot of roles when it comes to marriages. People are forced to get married against their wishes. Many people are getting married very early and at that age they haven't reached an emotional maturity level to understand the responsibility that comes with a marital relationship, she said. Bhayana echoed Puranik. Women's mental health and internal struggles are ignored, she said. The suppression they face growing up, the communication barriers, and the unrealistic expectations placed on them all builds up. Stories of women criminals have often followed a predictable pattern -- centred on themes like extramarital affairs. This reflects a broader lack of nuance in how such cases are understood, revealing gaps in the way female criminality and its complex motivations are examined. Kulpreet Yadav, co-author of Queens of Crime: True Stories of Women Criminals from India, said law enforcement procedures have never truly adapted to consider women as potential perpetrators because of the scant number of crimes by women. ...the focus has overwhelmingly been on male offenders. Female criminology, by contrast, has received very little attention. As a result, our global understanding of how a woman with criminal intent thinks is quite limited, said the author. Does that mean crime should be treated the same irrespective of the perpetrator's gender? Bajpai advises strongly against it. Such a blanket approach may result in injustice. At times, given the nature and context of the crime, the gender of the perpetrator and the victim become relevant to appropriately understanding the criminal act. Such a comprehensive appreciation of the facts ensures that the response of the state and society is fair and effective, he said.
A red alertindicating extremely heavy rainfall and the potential for severe disruptionhas been issued for Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and parts of West Bengal. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast an intense spell of monsoon activity over large parts of the country between June 18 and June 23, issuing red and orange alerts for several regions and warning of potential disruptions to daily life, transport, and infrastructure. The renewed vigour of the monsoon system is expected to bring heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds, and localised flooding across central, eastern, southern, and northeastern states. Eastern, central states on
JPSC admit card 2025 for Forest Range Officer released at jpsc.gov.in: Direct link
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released the admit card for the Forest Range Officer Preliminary Examination 2025 under Advertisement No. 04/2024. Eligible candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website jpsc.gov.in by logging into their OTR profile. The Prelims exam will be held on June 29, 2025. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card and valid ID. The recruitment process includes multiple stages including written tests and interviews.
Two Students Trapped as Well Collapses in Jharkhand Amid Heavy Rain
Rescue operations underway after sudden cave-in during downpour
ED raids in Bihar constable recruitment 'scam' linked PMLA case
At least a dozen locations in Patna and Nalanda in Bihar, Ranchi (Jharkhand), Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) and Kolkata (West Bengal) are being covered under PMLA
ED conducts multi-state raids in PMLA case linked to Bihar constable recruitment 'scam'
PATNA: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday conducted multi-state raids in connection with a money laundering investigation into an alleged scam in the recruitment of constables in Bihar during 2023, official sources said. At least a dozen locations in Patna and Nalanda in Bihar, Ranchi (Jharkhand), Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) and Kolkata (West Bengal) are being covered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the sources said. The masterminds of this alleged scam are the same as that of NEET UG Paper Leak Scam of 2024, they said.
Mining engineer held from Jharkhand in KYC fraud
NEW DELHI: The police on Wednesday arrested a mining engineer from Jharkhand who allegedly impersonated a bank official and duped people on the pretext of KYC verification after illegally gaining access to the victims mobile devices. They recovered many high-end Apple devices purchased with the cheated amount from the accused. According to the police, a cyber fraud module operated by the accused involved impersonation of bank officials. The fraudsters would contact people under the pretext of KYC verification. In one such incident, a Delhi-based complainant was duped by Ajay Kumar Mandal, who gained access to her mobile device using a remote access application. After obtaining access, the accused transferred Rs 8.10 lakh from the victims account. He purchased seven high-end Apple iPhones and a MacBook online using that money, often by redeeming digital vouchers to evade detection, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Aditya Gautam said. The fraudsters deployed a network of IP addresses and mobile numbers registered under fake or proxy identities to obscure their digital trail. However, despite multiple layers of digital obfuscation, the police were able to trace IP logs, SIM usage, and IMEI data and identify the accused. Through digital surveillance, two suspicious mobile numbers were detected operating from the same location in Giridih at the same time. Later, the accused, Mandal, was arrested. One iPhone purchased with stolen money was recovered from his possession. Mandal holds a diploma in mining engineering and serves as the primary executor of the cyber fraud module, the DCP added. Modus operandi Impersonating bank officials, fraudsters would contact people under pretext of KYC verification Using a remote access application, the cybercrime module would gain access to mobile devices Deployed a network of IP addresses and mobile numbers registered under fake, proxy IDs to obscure digital trail Proceeds of crime went into purchase of Apple iPhones, often by redeeming digital vouchers to evade detection
Diploma holder who ran cyber fraud racket from Jharkhand, posing as bank official, arrested
JPSC Project Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 30 Posts
JPSC Project Manager Recruitment 2025 Sarkari Result: The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 30 Project Manager posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official JPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-07-2025.
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 26 Posts
JPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2025 Sarkari Result: The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 26 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official JPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-07-2025.
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Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC Jharkhand) Recruitment 2025 for 11 posts of Specialists. Candidates with DNB, PG Diploma, MS/MD Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in interview on 11-07-2025. For detailed information please visit ESIC Jharkhand official website, esic.gov.in.
RANCHI: Days after the sensational Sonam Raghuvanshi case where a woman allegedly murdered her husband during their honeymoon, a similar incident has surfaced in Jharkhands Garhwa district. A 22-year-old woman, Sunita Devi, has been arrested for allegedly poisoning her husband, Budhnath Singh, merely 36 days after their marriage. According to police and family members, Sunita Devi mixed pesticide into a chicken dish she prepared for her husband on June 15. Budhnath began feeling uneasy after the meal and was rushed to the hospital, but died en route. Sunita, who hails from Vishunpur village under Ramchandrapur police station in Chhattisgarh, had married Budhnath, a resident of Bahokundar village under Ranka police station in Garhwa, on May 11. However, tensions were apparent from day one. Budhnaths mother, Rajmati Devi, told police that Sunita returned to her parental home just a day after the wedding, expressing that she disliked her husband and was unwilling to live with him. Families from both sides tried to resolve the matter, and a panchayat was held on June 5 in Vishunpur, following which Sunita returned to her marital home. On June 14, Sunita allegedly convinced Budhnath to buy pesticide from the Ramanujganj market, claiming she needed it for the kitchen garden. A day later, she reportedly laced his chicken meal with the toxic substance. After eating the food, Budhnath complained of severe unease. We tried to take him to the hospital, but he died on the way, said Rajmati Devi. Though the incident occurred on June 15, it came to light on Monday when Rajmati Devi filed a formal complaint, accusing her daughter-in-law of murder. Based on her statement, an FIR was lodged at Ranka police station. Ranka Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Rohit Ranjan Singh confirmed the arrest and stated that Sunita initially attempted to mislead the investigation by accusing her mother-in-law. However, during interrogation, she confessed to the crime. She admitted to mixing pesticide into the chicken prepared for her husband, said the SDPO. Police said they are looking into all angles of the case, including possible involvement of others. The body has been sent for post-mortem, and the exact cause of death will be confirmed after the forensic report is received. Investigators also revealed that Sunita had preserved two additional packets of pesticide in her blouse as a backup plan, in case her first attempt failed. After Budhnath was declared dead, she allegedly discarded the remaining packets in nearby bushes. Local residents have added another layer to the investigation, claiming that Sunita had an ongoing affair with a youth from her village. They allege she killed Budhnath to eliminate obstacles and reunite with her boyfriend. The case is under active investigation. If the involvement of others is found, we will take strict action, said SDPO Singh.
Jharkhand Woman, 20, Poisons Husband To Death Month After Marriage, Arrested: Cops
The police arrested a 20-year-old woman on the charge of poisoning her husband to death around a month after their wedding in Jharkhand's Garhwa district, an officer said on Tuesday.
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Married a month ago, husband dies after dinner: What Jharkhand woman told police
In Jharkhand's Garhwa district, a 20-year-old woman, Sunita Singh, has been arrested for allegedly poisoning her husband, Budhnath Singh, to death just a month after their wedding. Following a complaint from the mother-in-law, police took Sunita into custody after tensions arose between the couple soon after the marriage.
Jharkhand: Father and son die of suffocation in well while trying to retrieve 'lota'
In a tragic incident in Jharkhand's Palamu district, a father and son died of suffocation after entering a well to retrieve a metal pot. Munna Rajwar first descended into the well but fell unconscious, prompting his father, Jugal, to attempt a rescue, also succumbing to toxic gases.
Low Pressure Areas Likely To Trigger Heavy Rains In Gujarat And West Bengal; IMD Issues Red Alert!
The low pressure areas are expected to trigger heavy rainfall in Saurashtra, Kutch and other parts of Gujarat, as well as Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar and Jharkhand.
JPSC FRO Pre Admit Card 2025 Released: Download Now
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission has announced the release of the Admit Card for the Assistant Conservator of Forest and Forest Range Officer positions. Candidates can download their admit cards starting June 15, 2025, ahead of the exam scheduled for June 29, 2025. This recruitment drive includes 248 vacancies, with specific eligibility criteria and application fees outlined. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the age and educational qualifications before applying. For detailed information on the application process and selection stages, read the full article.
On NEET results day, a snapshot of rest of India
First-generation learners from Jharkhand navigate NEET UG results with limited resources, determined to pursue medicine.
36 Days Into Marriage, Jharkhand Woman Poisons Husband To Death
Sunita allegedly mixed a pesticide into her husband's food. He was found dead the next morning after he failed to wake up.
Woman kills husband by poisoning food 36 days after marriage
Garhwa: Following the sensational honeymoon murder case in which Sonam Raghuvanshi allegedly killed her husband Raja Raghuvanshi, another gruesome case of spousal murder has emerged from Jharkhands Garhwa district. A 22-year-old woman allegedly poisoned and killed her husband just 36 days after their wedding, police officials said on Tuesday. The accused, identified as Sunita, was 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 .
In bid to retrieve lota, man & son suffocate to death in well
In a tragic incident in Jharkhand's Palamu district, a 65-year-old father and his 37-year-old son died of asphyxiation inside a dry well. The incident occurred when the son attempted to retrieve a stainless steel 'lota' that had fallen into the well filled with rotten mahua fruits.
Jharkhand HC seeks Centre, state response on DGP Anurag Guptas appointment amid legal challenge
RANCHI: The Jharkhand High Court on Monday granted another opportunity to the state government, central government, and the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to submit their responses regarding the appointment of Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Gupta. The court was hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Leader of Opposition in the Assembly, Babulal Marandi, who has challenged Guptas appointment as unconstitutional and in violation of a Supreme Court directive. The next hearing has been scheduled for July 15 after the respondents failed to submit their replies. Advocate Sumit Garodia appeared on behalf of the petitioner. The Advocate General informed the division bench comprising Chief Justice S. Ramchandra Rao and Justice Deepak Roshan that a related case is also pending before the Supreme Court. In his PIL, Marandi alleged that the state government bypassed constitutional norms and misused the police administration for political gain. He pointed out that the Supreme Court had mandated that appointments of DGPs must follow a UPSC-led selection process unless the state enacts a formal law. Instead of legislating, the Jharkhand government framed a rule in 2025 and sought to implement it retrospectively, which Marandi criticised as a deliberate attempt to subvert legal procedures. He further accused the government of rushing Guptas appointment despite his controversial past, including being an accused in an electoral fraud case, facing suspension, and being kept away from election duties by the Election Commission. Marandi claimed the appointment was aimed at extending Guptas tenure, as he was due to retire in April 2025. The opposition leader has also requested that the High Court take suo motu cognisance of the matter and order a CBI investigation. Additionally, he has filed a contempt petition in the Supreme Court, challenging the constitutional validity of the newly framed appointment rules in light of previous apex court judgments. In a related development, sources in the office of the Principal Accountant General (PAG) in Jharkhand revealed that Anurag Guptas salary has been stopped as of April 30, 2025. The PAG office issued a zero-salary slip, stating that no official communication regarding an extension of his service has been received from the state government. The information has been shared with both DGP Gupta and the Project Building Treasury, effectively preventing him from drawing a regular salary beyond April.
Jamshedpur youth selling mobile covers cracks NEET with 549 marks
RANCHI: 20-year-old Rohit Kumar from Jamshedpur, who sold mobile phone covers from a roadside cart, has cracked the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), securing 549 marks. With an All India Rank of 12,484, he now hopes to secure admission to a government medical college in Jharkhand. Kumar shared that his father once worked in a vegetable market, and he now runs a small shop alongside his elder brother to support their family. He began his education at a government school before moving to a private institution with a modest fee of Rs 800. Following Class 10, the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to take up work at a medical store an experience that sparked his interest in medicine. Initially unaware of NEET, Rohit chose Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 11 and managed to top his board exams despite juggling work and studies. He would sell mobile covers by day and study late into the night, often staying up until 3 AM, before starting again at 7 AM the next morning. Though I was confident I would clear NEET, I never imagined Id score this well. I studied till noon, then went to the shop from 12 to around 4 PM, returned home and continued studying till midnight, he said. He credited his success to the unwavering support of his brother and the free coaching provided by Physics Wallah. On average, we earned around Rs 500 a day from selling mobile covers to support our family. Physics Wallah didnt charge me anything for coaching I was given a free batch based on my performance in the second attempt, Kumar added. He also attended free YouTube sessions offered by the coaching platform. Kumar stressed the importance of sticking to the NCERT syllabus, practising thoroughly, and revising regularly. One should focus on NCERT books and follow the syllabus strictly. Practice and revision are the key, he advised. In a heartwarming moment captured on video, Physics Wallah founder and CEO Alakh Pandey visited Rohit at his cart to personally congratulate him. The video, shared by the platform, shows Pandey embracing Rohit and acknowledging his hard work and dedication. Rohit was part of the 'Ummeed' batch a free coaching programme offered by Physics Wallah for NEET 2025 aspirants. After meeting Rohit, it's evident that for children like him, studying isnt a choice it's a necessity. Its truly a pleasure to meet such inspiring individuals, said Pandey.
JPSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card 2025 OUT Download Link jpsc.gov.in
Jharkhand Public Service Commission has officially released the JPSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Forest Range Officer Exam can now download their admit card from the official website jpsc.gov.in.
JPSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card 2025 Out, Direct Link To Download Hall Ticket PDF
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) will release the JPSC provisional admit cards 2024 on its official website. Candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the official website. Only the candidates who have successfully submitted their JPSC application form 2024 will be receiving their admit cards. The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) [] The post JPSC Forest Range Officer Admit Card 2025 Out, Direct Link To Download Hall Ticket PDF appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Father, son die of suffocation in dry well in Jharkhand
MEDININAGAR: A man and his 32-year-old son allegedly died of suffocation in a dry well in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Monday, police said. According to the police, the duo went into the well one after another to bring out a pot that accidentally fell into it. The well was dry, and a pot accidentally fell into it. To retrieve it, the son and followed by his father entered it, where both died due to suffocation, the in-charge of Hussainabad Police Station, Sonu Kumar Chaudhary, said. The deceased were identified as Jagat Rajwar (65) and his son Munna Rajwar (32). Both bodies were recovered from the well with the help of locals and sent to Hussainabad Sub-Divisional Hospital for post-mortem examination, he said. According to locals, Munna was working near the well with a pot, which fell into it. He then entered it to retrieve the pot. When he did not return for a long time, his father followed him and did not return also, they said.
IMD sounds flash flood alert for northeast & south India
NEW DELHI: As the monsoon gained momentum after a two-week lull, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a flash flood alert for northeast and south India. The reactivation of the second phase of the southwest monsoon may bring heavy rainfall to coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe. Additionally, the northeastern states face an increased risk of moderate to severe flash floods. The region is expected to experience heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 200 mm, the IMD said. Experts warn that the exceptional rainfall may lead to increased surface runoff, soil saturation, and flooding in low-lying areas, which could create conditions conducive to landslides. IMD issued a red alert for Konkan, Goa, Coastal Karnataka, and Kerala, and an orange alert for the northeast. There is a moderate to high risk of flash floods in Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and parts of Assam over the next two days. Orange alert signify the need to be prepared for any eventuality, while Red alert is for the initiation of action taken. This year, the Southwest monsoon reached the Kerala coast eight days before its scheduled date, June 1. It quickly spread over the southern peninsula, a part of central India, and northeast before its time until June 2. Later, the intrusion of warm air from the western side stopped the moisture-laden eastern wind from moving further. This caused a dry spell and heatwave in north India. Multiple systems have formed across the country. An upper air cyclonic circulation lies over the northwest Bay of Bengal, south Madhya Maharashtra and its neighbourhood, north Rajasthan, south Himachal Pradesh, and north Uttarakhand. Further, a trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another trough runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. In the next few days, northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning, and hailstorms in Haryana. The rainfall will bring down temperatures and humidity in north India. IMD also predicted a dust storm over west Rajasthan, with wind speeds reaching 50-60 kmph and gusting to 70 kmph. In its bulletin, IMD said conditions are favourable for the further advancement of the southwest monsoon over some parts of Gujarat, some more parts of Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha during the next 24 hours, and over some parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, and east UP during the subsequent three days. Northwest India to get scattered rainfall A trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. Northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning.
In a 1st, Japan technique to help boost forest cover outside Palamu reserve
RANCHI: The forest officials will adopt the Miyawaki Technique developed in Japan to increase forest cover over the barren land on the outskirts of the Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Jharkhand. Miyawaki is a technique developed by scientist Akira Miyawaki, under which local plants are developed into a forest in three to four years. According to PTR Deputy Director Prajsesh Kant Jena, The soil is more enriched in the forest areas, and there are some open patches near Betla Forest, which could be easily converted into forest area. Initially, the plan was to plant multiple species, as done under the Miyawaki technique, and land was identified for it. But, instead of adopting the exact model, we started an experimental pre-step of the Miyawaki technique, naming it Bamboo Forest Creation, which will be a mono-species forest spread over 10 hectares of land with a water body. They have also found a social angle, under which they are asking every girl studying at the adjoining Kasturba Balika Vidyalaya to plant at least one plant, he added. According to Jena, nearly 10,000 bamboo saplings will be planted with the help of local villagers. Since bamboo grows very fast, it will be converted into a forest in the years to come, with a water body at the centre and a walkway, he said. With this, a Bamboo Retreat, on the lines of those found in Japan, will be created, which could be used for open schooling at the Kasturba Vidyalaya and an attraction for the local villagers and tourists visiting the Betla Forests as well. Jena said that with the onset of monsoon, nearly 10,000 bamboo saplings will be planted here on 10 hectares of land. As soon as it gets completed, we will go for complete Miyawaki technique on the barren patches near Betla Forests next year, with multi-species looking at the utilities of the local villagers, said Jena.
A young man selling mobile covers on a cart in Jharkhand's Jamshedpur has achieved a milestone by scoring an impressive 549 out of 720 marks in the NEET-UG 2025 exam, setting an example for those who dare to chase their dreams.
CRPF Jawan Killed In IED Blast During Anti-Naxal Operation Along Odisha-Jharkhand Border
Monsoon likely to arrive in Jharkhand between June 17-19: Official
Jharkhand is bracing for the southwest monsoon, expected between June 17-19, bringing widespread rainfall. A yellow alert for heavy rainfall is in place for Monday, with an orange alert for heavier rainfall from June 17 in specific regions. Despite a current rainfall deficiency, normal monsoon rainfall is anticipated overall, offering relief after previous drought declarations.
CRPF ASIs death revives memories of Maoist days
ROURKELA: Death of a CRPF personnel during an anti-Naxal operation on Saturday morning has brought back memories of the troubled phase of Sundargarhs tryst with Maoist violence Renewed Maoist activities have come back to haunt Rourkela police with the loot of the explosive-laden truck on May 27. Before the incident, Sundargarh side of the border was relatively quiet with no significant Maoist movement. Now, it appears that taking advantage of the security gaps following withdrawal of CRPF from Sundargarh, Maoist have reactivated their old bases. Reliable sources said the Sanbalijodi, Mahupada, B Jharbera, Langalkata, Silkuta, Banko, Ralhatu, K Balang and Topadihi under K Balang police once served as stronghold for the Jharkhand regional committee of the outlawed CPI (Maoist). An encounter with police in 2005 near Renjda had left the then Bonai circle inspector MP Karua shot in his leg and the Maoists had firmly made their foothold in the forested regions of K Balang and adjoining Koida police limits. With no challenge offered, the Maoists had spread their influence in the entire Bonai sub-division using the forest covers of K Balang, Koida, parts of Lahunipada and Bonai, Chandiposh, Tikayatpali and Gurundia police stations as safe corridors. In 2009, the Maoist ultras had unleashed a reign of terror with brutal killings of poor and innocent villagers to reaffirm their influence. In March the same year, CITU leader Rabi Oram was killed and the next month, the headman of Langalkata village Deonath Singh was beheaded. What followed was a spate of bloody violence in the region. The Maoists had blown up four school buildings and one health centre under K Balang police in serial blasts in December 2009 and killed five villagers in 72 hours at Topadihi and Langalkata villages. About 3,000 villagers of affected pockets seeking police protection had twice moved to shelter camps during late 2009 and early 2010. However, death of two top-most local area commanders Sameer Xalxo and Md Muslim in February 2011 instilled fear among the Naxals. This was followed by a rush for surrenders and a gradual drop in Maoists activities in Sundargarh side of the border. Police sources said the situation has changed with the Maoists no more enjoying the confidence of villagers and affected pockets too have seen visible development. DIG (Western Range) Brijesh Kumar Rai said the Rourkela police are allowing no room to Maoists to regroup and carrying out joint operation with Jharkhand police.
Jharkhand tribe Sabar becomes self-reliant with a sweet revolution
The transformation began in Khokhro village in East Singhbhums Boram block in September last year, when the Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK) was established under the PM-JANMAN
CRPF officer killed in IED blast near Jharkhand border
Operations against Maoists yielding significant successes: Jharkhand CM
Ranchi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Saturday said that large-scale operations against Maoists are being conducted across the state and its bordering areas, yielding significant successes. Soren and Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar paid floral tributes to the mortal remains of ASI Satyaban Kumar Singh (34) of 134th CRPF battalion, who was killed in an 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 .
CRPF official killed in IED blast during anti-Naxal operation in Odishas Sundargarh
Rourkela: A CRPF official was killed in a blast during an anti-Naxal operation at the Odisha-Jharkhand border Saturday morning, officials said. ASI Satyaban Kumar Singh (34) of 134th CRPF battalion, who hailed from Kushinagar in UP, was part of a team that was searching the Saranda forest at the inter-state border for explosives robbed by []
IED blast kills CRPF ASI in Odisha forest weeks after Maoists looted explosives
ROURKELA: An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of the Jharkhand-based 134 CRPF battalion was martyred in an IED blast on Saturday early morning along the Odisha-Jharkhand border during a joint combing operation against Maoist operatives. The explosion occurred in the Banko forest under K Balang police station limits of Rourkela Police District (RPD), about 95 km from Rourkela, in Sundargarh district of Odisha. The martyred ASI, Satwan Singh (34), belonged to the 134 CRPF battalion stationed in West Singhbhum district of neighbouring Jharkhand. The blast site has remained tense, especially as it comes in the wake of the banned CPI (Maoist) operatives hijacking a truck and looting industrial explosives from the same Banko forest on May 27. After several years of relative calm, Naxal-related violence has resurfaced on the Odisha side of the border. Sources said that following the blast, the critically injured CRPF personnel was rushed to Apollo Hospital in Rourkela around 9:30 am, where he succumbed to his injuries around 11 am. DIG of Police (Western Range), Brijesh Kumar Rai, said, During the joint combing operation, an IED blast occurred around 5:45 am in the connecting Banko forest with the Saranda forest along the Odisha-Jharkhand border, in which a CRPF jawan was injured and later succumbed. He added that the Odisha-Jharkhand border has been put on high alert and security has been further beefed up. Both DIG Rai and Rourkela SP Nitesh Wadhwani visited the hospital. SP Wadhwani said the anti-Maoist operation would continue with necessary safeguards. Following the explosive truck loot on the morning of May 27, security forces from Odisha, including SOG and DVF personnel, along with their counterparts from JharkhandCRPF, CoBRA and Jharkhand Jaguarhave been conducting intensified search and anti-Naxal operations in the Maoist stronghold of the dense Saranda forest in West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. The hijacked truck was believed to be carrying nearly five tonnes of industrial explosives. During the ongoing operations, around 3.8 tonnes of the explosives have been recovered from different parts of the Saranda forest.
Jharkhand Man Kills Wife By Pushing Her From Moving Train, Tries To Pass It Off As Accident
A man from Jharkhand was arrested for allegedly pushing his wife, Juhi Devi, to death from a moving train. He has been sent to judicial custody.
Jharkhand woman's death after fall from running train not accident, but murder by husband: Police
During interrogation, he broke down and admitted to pushing his wife from the running train, leading to her death, said Randhir Singh, the officer-in-charge of the Chandwa police station
Jharkhand HC imposes Rs one lakh fine on JPSC for denying job to competent ST candidate
RANCHI: Upholding the order of single bench, the double bench of Jharkhand High Court headed by Chief Justice MS Ramachandra Rao, imposed a fine of Rs one lakh on Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) for wrongfully rejecting a qualified Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidate Manoj Kumar Kachhaps application for the post of Assistant Professor. The court had earlier reserved its judgment after hearing arguments from both the parties. Kachhap had scored 72.10 out of a possible 85 marks in the academic evaluation. However, his name did not appear in the list of candidates shortlisted for interviews. Disappointed Kachhap made an enquiry and discovered that his application had been invalidated because the online examination fee, he had paid, did not reach the JPSC account due to some technical error. Owing to non-payment of the examination fees his application was considered invalid. Significantly, his name was not mentioned in the official rejection list, leaving him unaware of the issue. Kachhap then approached Jharkhand High Court and filed a writ petition. After a thorough hearing, a single bench of the High Court had given the verdict in his favour. The single bench ordered that he be included in the interview process, noting that the final decision would hinge on the court's verdict. JPSC complied, and Kachhap appeared for the interview. Although the final results were declared on December 23, 2021, one post remained unfilled in compliance with the court's interim directive. The court then asked JPSC to submit Kachhap's interview marks in a sealed envelope, which revealed that he had topped the entire selection process. The High Court observed, Since the candidate has appeared in the interview in the light of the court's order and has secured the highest marks in the examination, he cannot be excluded from the appointment process. In some examinations, the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category is not charged examination fee, so technical error cannot take away their right. The court also directed JPSC to appoint him to the vacant post within four weeks, saying that a technical glitch could not be grounds to deny appointment to the most meritorious applicant. JPSC, in its appeal argued that fee payment was mandatory and non-receipt disqualified a candidate automatically. Appearing on behalf of Kachhap, Advocate Savyasachi argued that his client had no way of knowing the transaction failure since he was not listed among the rejected candidates. The single bench judgement was then challenged by JPSC by filing an appeal in the division bench of the High Court. After considering submissions from both sides, the division bench upheld the single bench's order and imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh on JPSC on Friday.
Jharkhand JCECE Admit Card 2025 Released: Download Now
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has officially released the admit card for the 2025 academic year. Candidates who applied for the Agriculture and Other Allied Courses can now download their admit cards. The application period was from April 20 to May 20, 2025, and the examination is set for June 15, 2025. This article provides essential details including important dates, application fees, age criteria, and educational qualifications required for various courses. Don't miss out on the opportunity to secure your admit card and prepare for the upcoming exam.
JSSC Secondary Teacher Syllabus 2025 Out Direct Link to Download Syllabus PDF here
JSSC Secondary Teacher Syllabus 2025: The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released the detailed syllabus for the post of Secondary Teacher. The official syllabus for the Secondary Teacher Exam 2025 is available on the official website. In this article, well cover the JSSC Secondary Teacher exam pattern, detailed syllabus & preparation tips.
JCECEB Admit Card 2025 Out Download Online @ jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in Check JCECEB Exam Date
JCECEB Admit Card 2025 - Admit Card 2025 released on 11-06-2025 by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) Authority and all the registered students who had submitted their JCECEB JCECEB Application Forms successfully will receive their Admit Card/Hall Ticket which can be downloaded from the official website. The JCECEB Admit Card 2025 is an important document to be brought by the candidate when appearing for the Examination. For more details and information related to the JCECEB Admit Card 2025, read this article.
Cabinet nod to two multi-tracking railway projects
NEW DELHI: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, approved two multi-tracking projects of the railways covering seven districts in Jharkhand, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, adding about 318 kms to the existing network of railways. These projects include Koderma-Barkakana Doubling (133 Kms) and Ballari-Chikjajur Doubling []
3 summer special trains giving much relief to migrants from UP, Jharkhand
Cabinet Approves Two Multitracking Projects Across Jharkhand, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
The second project is the doubling of the 185-km Ballari-Chikjajur track that traverses through Ballari and Chitradurga districts of Karnataka and Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh.
West Bengal in talks with Jharkhand, Bihar on project to stop Ganga-Padma erosion
The West Bengal government is planning a project with Jharkhand and Bihar. This aims to stop the Ganga-Padma erosion. Mamata Banerjee's approval is awaited. Manas Bhunia highlighted the erosion's impact on Malda and Murshidabad. Many acres of land have been lost. The state government has provided land deeds to affected people. Villages in both districts are facing submersion.
On Woman Judge's Plea For Childcare Leave, Jharkhand Court's Response
A woman judge in Jharkhand who challenged the High Court's decision to curtail her childcare leave, or CCL, cannot take more than what she has been offered, the High Court has informed the Supreme Court.
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday approved two key railway projects worth Rs 6,405 crore for the doubling of tracks in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Jharkhand, Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said. The decisions were taken at the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to Vaishnaw, who also holds the Railway portfolio, the project involves the doubling of KodermaBarkakana (133 km), passing through a major coal-producing area of Jharkhand. It will serve as the shortest and most efficient rail link between Patna, the capital of Bihar and Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, he added. Another proposal of doubling the track, which was approved, included BallariChikjajur (185 km), traversing through the Ballari and Chitradurga districts of Karnataka and the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, the Minister said. The approved projects will enhance connectivity to approximately 1,408 villages, which consist of a population of about 28.19 lakh. They will increase the existing network of the Indian Railways by about 318 km, Vaishnaw said. The enhanced line capacity will improve mobility, providing enhanced efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways, he said, adding that the multi-tracking proposal would also ease operations and reduce congestion. The Minister informed that the projects are a result of the Prime Ministers Gati Shakti National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity, which has been made possible through integrated planning. These are essential routes for the transportation of commodities, such as coal, iron ore, finished steel, cement, fertilisers, agricultural commodities and petroleum products. The capacity-augmentation works will result in additional freight traffic of 49 million tonnes per annum, according to a government release. Both of these projects will cover seven districts across Jharkhand, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, and are expected to be completed within three years, Vaishnaw said, adding that they are also environment-friendly and hold importance in terms of economic activity. The projects will reduce oil imports by 52 crore litres and lower the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by over 264 crore kg, which is equivalent to the plantation of 11 crore trees, the government said in the release.
Hindutva mob assaults three minority labourers in Jharkhand
Three Muslim labourers were assaulted on June 6 by a mob of over 30 people affiliated with Hindutva groups solely for their religious identity, in Ranchis Namkum area of Jharkhand. In a video going viral on social media platform X, the Muslim men narrated their experience to local media. According to them, they were taking 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 .
Cabinet approves two multitracking projects across Jharkhand, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh
The increased line capacity will significantly enhance mobility, resulting in improved operational efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways, said a government press note
Cabinet approves 6,405 crore railway doubling projects in Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh The Hindu
Watch viral video: Monkeys adorable tribute to beloved human will make you go awww
In the quiet village of Brahmasoli, Jharkhands Deoghar district, a poignant moment has gripped the internet, transforming a sombre farewell into a viral video sensation. When Munna Singh, a beloved local, took his final breath, his family and community gathered to honour his memory. But it was an unexpected visitor, a monkey, who stole the []
JSSC Secondary Teacher Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 1373 Posts
The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1373 Secondary Teacher posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official JSSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 17-07-2025.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two projects of Ministry of Railways with total cost of Rs. 6,405 crore.
BJP gains ground in Assembly polls after Lok Sabha elections
NEW DELHI: In a display of electoral resilience, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has managed to regain significant ground in almost all the states that had Assembly elections after the general election 2024, in which BJP, for the first time since 2014, failed to match the single party majority notch. In Haryana, BJP had won only 5 of the states 10 Lok Sabha seats (50%) in 2024 with 46.11% of the popular vote share. Bouncing back impressively in the Assembly polls held in October last year, it secured 48 out of 90 seatsover 53% of the assemblywith a lower vote share of 39.94%. The BJPs ability to convert votes efficiently into seats enabled this turnaround despite the drop in popular support. A similar pattern unfolded in Maharashtra, where the BJP-NDA alliance suffered considerable setbacks during the Lok Sabha polls, managing to win only 17 of 48 seats (35.42%), with BJP alone bagging just 9 seats and polling 26.18% of the vote. Yet in the state assembly elections held later, the BJP-led NDA not only expanded its seat share to 132 of 288 (45.83%) but also saw a marginal increase in vote share to 26.77%. In Delhi, BJP defeated AAP once considered invincible by many. AAP, which bagged 62 out of 70 seats during the 2020 Assembly Elections, was reduced to one third of its previous performance. Odisha and J&K were no different. In Odisha, the BJP formed the government for the first time, after winning 78 of 147 assembly seats (53.06%). It also bagged 20 of 21 seats in Lok Sabha, whose election took place simultaneously with the Assembly. In J&K, where BJP faced a relatively weaker Lok Sabha showing (2 of 5 seats, 24.36% votes), it improved its vote share to 25.64% and won 29 assembly seats. The lone outlier was Jharkhand, where the BJPs vote share dropped from 47.17% in the Lok Sabha polls to 33.18% in the assembly elections, leading to a modest performance of just 24 seats out of 81 (29.63%). Overall pattern suggests that barring Jharkhand, the BJP has possibly reversed its Lok Sabha losses in state polls. More crucially, the partys long-standing strength in maximising seat conversion with relatively lower vote shares continues to give it an edge under the First Past the Post modelensuring it stays electorally competitive even in adverse conditions.
Cabinet approves two multitracking projects across Jharkhand Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved on Wednesday two railway projects covering seven districts in Jharkhand, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh with ...
Jharkhand Court Summons Rahul Gandhi On Aug 6 For Remark Against Amit Shah
The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday directed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to appear in a Chaibasa court on August 6 in connection with a defamation case over alleged derogatory remarks made against former BJP national president Amit Shah in 2018.
Jharkhand HC orders Rahul Gandhi to appear in defamation case
Ranchi: The Jharkhand High Court on Monday ordered senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to appear in person before the MP-MLA Court in Chaibasa on August 6 in connection with his allegedly defamatory remarks against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha had on June 2 moved the high court 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 .
Full of action against terrorism, Naxalism, but challenges remain as Modi 3.0 completes first year
NEW DELHI: Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government in its third term largely succeeded in dealing and taming elements posing threats to Indias internal security situation in past one year, two deadly terror incidents in Jammu & Kashmir - Reasi pilgrim attack and the devastating Pahalgam massacre and the continuing ethnic unrest in Manipur still pose serious challenges to deal with. In case of Left-Wing-Extremism (LWE), the security and intelligence agencies succeeded in keeping the areas affected by the menace under control to make India free of them by March next year, as in the recent past several of the top Naxal leaders were either neutralised in operations or surrendered. The Modi government completed one year in office yesterday in its unprecedented third term. But this was marked by terror attacks leading to more civilian casualties in comparison to the first years of his two previous terms. It is a fact that the governments new doctrinal response, including Operation Sindoor, reflected a determined effort to counter terrorism, but the evolving tactics of highly trained terrorists have raised serious concerns about the nations security apparatus. On June 9, 2024, in Reasi, terrorists attacked a bus carrying pilgrims just minutes before Prime Minister Modi took the oath of office in which nine lives were lost and over 40 injured. The cycle of violence persisted, with security forces facing a series of ambushes by small, highly trained groups of terrorists wielding armour-piercing bullets. The most significant provocation came on April 22, 2025, with the Pahalgam massacre in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, Anantnag district, in which 26 civilians, including two foreign nationals, were killed. The massacre prompted the launch of Operation Sindoor, a large-scale counterterrorism operation aimed at neutralising terrorist networks. South Asia Terrorism Portal, in one of its reports, claimed that 51 civilians lost their lives in terror-related incidents during the first year of Modis third term, a significant rise compared to 24 civilian deaths in the first year of his first term (2014-2015) and 33 in the first year of his second term (2019-2020). This marked the highest civilian toll in the initial year of any of Modis terms, raising concerns about the effectiveness of current counterterrorism strategies. Security forces also faced significant losses, with 35 personnel killed in operations during the first year of the third term, down from 51 in the first term and 46 in the second. Meanwhile, in counter offensives by the security forces 84 terrorists were eliminated, which is a decline from 109 in the first year of the first term and 155 in the second. Another major internal security concern is LWE-induced violence, but it is on the wane, as this year the number of Naxal-affected districts has reduced from 90 in April 2018 to 38 in April 2025, and the number of most affected districts has also come down from 12 to 6, which include four districts from Chhattisgarh (Bijapur, Kanker, Narayanpur, and Sukma), one from Jharkhand (West Singhbhum) and one from Maharashtra (Gadchiroli). In recent times, the Naxal movement took a severe blow as its number one leader Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju, was eliminated along with his entire protection team in one of the longest encounters in Chhattisgarh. According to officials, the CPI (Maoist) now has only 14 active members, including 4 Polit Bureau leaders. Around a dozen Central Committee members are presently languishing in jail, and three died due to ailments, they added. The North-East, another internal security theatre, mostly remained violence-free, except for Manipur, where intermittent ethnic clashes continued for almost two years since May 3, 2023, when the first violent incident was reported. So far, 250 people have lost their lives and every effort of the government of India to defuse tension in the state failed to achieve its goal.
Order issued to hand over abandoned infant to Jharkhand CWC
Derogatory remarks against Amit Shah: Jharkhand HC directs Rahul Gandhi to appear on August 6
RANCHI: The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday directed Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, to appear before the Chaibasa MP-MLA Court on August 6, after questioning his reluctance to attend earlier hearings in a case related to alleged derogatory remarks against the then BJP President, Amit Shah. Rahul Gandhi had approached the Jharkhand High Court, challenging the non-bailable warrant issued by the Special MP-MLA Court in Chaibasa. In his petition, Gandhi requested the court to quash the warrant issued against him. According to respondents advocate, Vinod Sahu, the court asked Rahul Gandhis counsel whether his ego was preventing him from appearing before the court. The counsel replied that Gandhi was unable to find a suitable date due to prior engagements. The court then asked for a suitable date, and after consulting Rahul Gandhis office, the counsel proposed August 6, which was approved by the court. Therefore, the court has stayed the non-bailable warrant issued by the Chaibasa court till August 6 and has taken an undertaking, asking him to ensure that Rahul Gandhi will appear in person before the court on the said date, said Advocate Vinod Sahu. Meanwhile, no coercive action will be taken against Rahul Gandhi, he added. On May 22, 2025, the Chaibasa Court had issued a non-bailable warrant against Rahul Gandhi, directing him to appear in person on June 26. Earlier, his counsel had filed an application under Section 205 of the CrPC seeking exemption from personal appearance, but the court had rejected the plea and insisted on his presence. his petition was rejected, Gandhi moved the High Court against the lower courts order. Rahul Gandhi had reportedly made sharp remarks against the BJP, allegedly calling its leaders murderers and liars in his speech. On March 18, 2018, at the AICC Plenary Sessions in New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi reportedly said, The people of this country will never accept a lying Bhartiya Janata Party leadership drunk with power because they know what the Bhartiya Janata Party is designed for. He further stated, They will accept a man accused of murder as the President of Bhartiya Janata Party, but the people will never accept the same in the Congress Party. Hurt by the statement made by Rahul Gandhi, BJP worker Pratap Kumar filed a complaint at the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate in Chaibasa on July 9, 2018. The court took cognisance of the matter in February 2022 and then issued a summons against Rahul Gandhi, which was received by his office. Gandhi failed to appear, leading the court to issue a bailable warrant. After his continued absence, a non-bailable warrant was issued. Gandhi had earlier approached the High Court against the warrant, but on March 20, 2024, the petition was disposed of. Subsequently, he applied in the Chaibasa court under CrPC Section 205 for exemption from personal appearance, but this too was rejected. He then filed another petition in the High Court against this rejection, but later withdrew it on March 10, 2025, stating that he would file a criminal miscellaneous petition instead. As a result, the High Court lifted its interim stay order on April 25, 2024. On May 22, 2025, the Chaibasa court once again issued a non-bailable warrant against Rahul Gandhi. He has now challenged this fresh order by filing another petition in the Jharkhand High Court.
2 Labourers Killed, 2 Injured After Goods Train Runs Over Them in Chhattisgarh
The victims, all from Jharkhand, were resting on the tracks near Balod when the train hit them in the early hours
Two killed, two injured after goods train runs over them in Chhattisgarh's Balod
BALOD: Two labourers were killed and as many others injured after being run over by a goods train while they were resting on the railway tracks in Chhattisgarh's Balod district on Tuesday, police said. The incident took place in the wee hours between Dallirajhra and Kusumkasa stations Dallirajhra-Durg rail route, an official here said. As per preliminary information, nearly 11 labourers, including the victims, were heading towards Kusumkasa on foot on the railway tracks. Five of them sat on the tracks to rest and at that time a goods train arrived there, the official said. While one of them shouted to alert the other persons and managed to escape, four others were hit by the train, he said. Two of the four died on the spot. The deceased have been identified as Dillu Rai (19) and Krishna (20), while the injured have been identified as Ajay Rai and Vikas Amran, all labourers and natives of Jharkhand, the official said. The injured persons were shifted to the district hospital, he said. The bodies were sent for post-mortem, the official said, adding further investigation was on into the incident.
Jharkhands Education Minister Ramdas Soren announced efforts to accommodate 2.5 lakh Intermediate (Class 12) students in higher secondary schools after a Governors directive halted admissions in degree college Intermediate programs. Aligning with the National Education Policy, the state plans to phase out Intermediate colleges by 2026, upgrade schools, seek legal advice on private colleges, and extend admission deadlines for relief.
Three Bangladeshi nationals escape from Hazaribagh detention center
RANCHI: Three illegal Bangladeshi nationals, who entered India without passports, have fled the detention centre in Jharkhand's Hazaribag. The escape occurred late Friday night or in the early hours of Saturday morning. In response, security agencies have been placed on high alert. A special team has been formed, and raids are currently underway to apprehend the three. Hazaribagh Deputy Commissioner Shashi Prakash Singh said that the matter is under investigation and a warrant has been issued for their arrest. All three foreign nationals had been incarcerated for illegal residency in India. Although they had completed their sentences, the Bangladeshi government had not initiated repatriation efforts. The trio had been transferred to the open jail holding area, referred to as the Detention Centre at Hazaribagh Central Jail. The escapees are identified as, Reena Khan (alias Fina Devi), from Ghazipur, Dhaka. She was transferred from Jamtara Jail to Hazaribagh jail on 4 February 2022. Nipah Akhtar Khushi, a resident of Chittagong, transferred from Birsa Munda Central Jail in Ranchi to Hazaribagh on 28 September 2024. Mohammad Nazmul Hang, from Bagerhat, shifted from Dumka Jail to Hazaribagh on 1 March 2025. It may be noted that over the past two months, two incidents of prisoner suicides have also been reported at JP Central Jail. The latest escape has raised serious concerns regarding the lapse in surveillance, particularly in the monitoring of foreign nationals.
Differently-abled man fatally stabbed in Malakpet; accused surrenders
Hyderabad: A 35-year-old differently-abled man was fatally stabbed after a heated argument at a house in Judges Colony, New Malakpet, on Saturday night, June 8. The victim has been identified as Najmul Haque alias Quddus from Jharkhand. According to reports, the victim had been living in a rented house with a woman named Shanaz, her 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 .
Insider track | Special session pitch unites INDIA bloc
This week, the Modi government announced the monsoon session of Parliament, scheduled from July 21 to August 12, rejecting the demand by more than 17 Opposition parties for a special Parliament session to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. The INDIA bloc parties had written to the Prime Minister for the special session. Initially, the perception was only Congress MPs had sent the letter. However, the party decided to rope in INDIA bloc partners at the insistence of the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. The TMC, which always toes a different line from that of its constituents in the INDIA bloc, came on board after Gandhi personally reached out to TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee. Gandhi also made an extra effort to reach out to SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, DMK's TR Balu, and Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Aditya Thackeray. Sources said the party went into overdrive, with general secretary KC Venugopal and deputy leader in the Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi following up with the main opposition parties. Tamil Nadu MP Manickam Tagore coordinated with the DMK and others in the state, Kerala MP Suresh Kodikunnil contacted the Left and other parties. Bihar MP Mohammad Jawed held talks with the AAP, but to no effect. NCP(SP) leader Supriya Sule maintains she could not sign the letter as she was on the multi-party delegation outreach; sources in the Congress debunk her claims. Sharad Pawar could have signed it, says a leader who was part of the talks. Congress gag order for outreach MPs The Congress MPs who were part of the multi-party delegations for diplomatic outreach on Operation Sindoor have stirred controversy back home with their statements, which are inconsistent with the partys view. As soon as the MPs touched down in the national capital, they received a phone call from the party headquarters warning them to refrain from making public statements breaching the Lakshman Rekha. No more face-palm moments, they were told. They included Punjab MP Amar Singh, former Union ministers Salman Khurshid, Anand Sharma, Shashi Tharoor and Manish Tewari. While Khurshids backing of Article 370 and his cryptic tweet on patriotism caused some heartburn in the party, he attempted to downplay the remarks upon his return and clarified that his comments were not directed at party members. One of the MPs also wrote a letter to party general secretary KC Venugopal requesting him to arrange a press conference for the Congress MPs, who were part of the delegations, to provide more clarity to the public and the media. Tharoor said he is not anticipating any issues with the party, if there are it will be resolved through internal discussions. MHA junks pleas to defer J&K posting Since Jammu & Kashmir came under the Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram-Union Territory (AGMUT) cadre, IAS officers from the pool get regular postings there. However, not everyone is eager to pack their bags. Recently, two 2021-batch officers Ananth Dwivedi and Mahima Madan transferred from the Delhi segment to J&K, sought to defer their postings due to personal hardships. Dwivedi cited his spouses medical condition, while Madan requested a years delay. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), however, wasnt moved. It rejected their pleas and instructed both to report for duty in J&K without delay. If personal issues persist, they could apply for leave through proper channels but only after joining the officers were told. Top cop caught in Centre-state tiff Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta finds himself in a bureaucratic limbo retired according to the Centre, but still serving in the eyes of the state. In a peculiar tug-of-war between the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Hemant Soren-led state government, Guptas career has been thrown into confusion at its very end. The MHA, which controls IPS cadre postings, had firmly rejected the states proposal to extend Guptas tenure beyond his superannuation date of April 30, 2025, sending three reminders to that effect. Ignoring this, the state continued with him in office. Now, the fallout has begun. Gupta was issued a zero-salary slip for May by the Principal Accountant Generals office, which considers him officially retired. His salary hasnt been released, and the state government appears cornered, struggling to justify its move. Sources in the MHA say the bigger challenge now is ensuring the legal tenability of all decisions Gupta may have taken post-retirement. With the Centre playing checkmate, all eyes are on the Soren government to see how it navigates this administrative bind and whether Gupta, officially retired but still functionally active, retains any lawful authority.
Ranchi Diary | Pause on Deoghar-Delhi night flight service
If you are looking to travel from Deoghar to the national capital, plan carefully. Come June 15, and the IndiGo Airlines night flight service from Deoghar to Delhi, which was launched in mid-April, will be suspended for three months. The airline has taken the decision in view of the ongoing repair work in Terminal 2 of the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The airline has halted all bookings for night flights which depart from Deoghar at 7.40 pm and touch down in the Capital at 9.30 pm after June 14. However, the regular daytime flight service will remain unaffected so that flyers are not inconvenienced. Over 5,800 unrecognised schools in Jharkhand Jharkhand has the highest number of unrecognised schools (5,879) private, unaided institutions operating without formal government recognition and regulatory frameworks in the country, with an enrolment of 837,897 students and 46,421 teachers. The Ministry of Education (MoE) flagged the issue during a recent meeting of the Project Approval Board. The MoE noted that such unrecognised schools are operating in violation of Section 19 of the Right to Education Act, 2009, which stipulates that the schools established before the law came into effect had to meet the prescribed norms within three years. I was a juvenile: Youth held for ISIS links in 2023 A student of Aligarh Muslim University, Faizan Ansari, who was arrested from Lohardaga in July 2023 for alleged links to the terrorist organisation ISIS, has now pulled out the juvenile card! Claiming that he was a minor at the time of his arrest, Ansari has asserted that he must not be tried as an adult. He has filed a petition in Ranchis NIA court under the Juvenile Act in this regard, prompting a probe to ascertain the veracity of his claim. If it is found that the accused was indeed underage at the time, the ongoing trial will be postponed and the case will be transferred to the Juvenile Court, delivering a huge relief to him. Mukesh Ranjan Our correspondent in Jharkhand mukesh.r@newindianexpress.com
