Jharkhand

Students end hunger strike as Jharkhand govt cancels JSSC-CGL, TDPL Exams; agitation continues over CBI probe

The decision was taken at a special Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren and was celebrated by protesting students as a major victory after 24 days of agitation. However, the JPSC-JSSC Reform Forum said its agitation would continue until the government agrees to a CBI probe

7 hours ago

Jharkhand cancels JSSC-CGL exam after 24-day student protest

The government also cancelled competitive exams conducted by TDPL and ordered a comprehensive probe into recruitment examinations conducted by JPSC and JSSC since 2014. SIT and CID investigations reportedly found evidence of collusion between agencies

11 hours ago

Why India's New Anti-Paper Leak Law Must Be Matched by Systemic Reform

Despite strict provisions under the 2024 Act, major breaches such as the NEET-UG 2024 and 2026 paper leaks still occurred, highlighting weaknesses in detection, investigation, and institutional safeguards.

17 days ago

Miscreants hurl two petrol bombs at RSS office in Ranchi; police launch investigation

Miscreants hurl two petrol bombs at RSS office in Ranchi; police probe underway

Two unidentified youths allegedly hurled petrol bombs at an RSS office in Ranchi's Nivaranpur area late on Tuesday night. The crude explosives failed to reach the premises, resulting in no injuries or property damage. The incident was captured on CCTV,

Jun 17, 2026

CRPF jawan critically injured in Maoist IED blast in Jharkhand's Saranda forest, airlifted to Ranchi

CRPF jawan was critically injured in an IED blast during an anti-Naxal operation in the Saranda forest of Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The जवान stepped on a pressure-activated explosive planted by Maoists along a forest track and was later airlifted to Ranchi for treatment.

Apr 6, 2026

Young man dragged for kms by Mercedes in Ranchi, Jharkhand HC lawyer detained

A young man in Ranchi was dragged for several kilometres by a Mercedes after protesting it hit a woman. The driver, High Court lawyer Manoj Tandon, allegedly assaulted the victim at his home. Police rescued the youth and detained Tandon.

Feb 17, 2026

15 Maoists including Anal Da with Rs 1 cr bounty killed in encounter in Jharkhand's Saranda Forest

The encounter began near Kumbhdih village under Chotanagra police limits after security forces acted on specific intelligence. Following hours of intense gunfire, the forces gained the upper hand, recovering bodies, sophisticated weapons, ammunition, and other items. The area remains cordoned off, with additional forces deployed. This marks the first major anti-Maoist operation of 2026 and a significant success for security agencies in the region.

Jan 22, 2026

Fierce encounter breaks out between Maoists and security forces in Jharkhand's Saranda Forest

While sources claim that several Maoists, including a top commander carrying a ₹50 lakh bounty, have been killed and bodies recovered along with weapons, official confirmation on casualties is awaited. The area has been cordoned off, additional forces deployed, and search operations are ongoing under the supervision of senior officials.

Jan 22, 2026

Coal smuggling case: Cash, gold seized by ED during raids in Bengal, Jharkhand

Sources said that counting of the unaccounted cash to the tune of Rs 1 crore has already been completed, with the process still on at the time of the filing of the report. The ED officials have also arranged for the valuation of seized gold, mainly in the form of ornaments.

Nov 21, 2025

Top Maoist Leader Martin Kerketta Killed in Jharkhand

Top Maoist leader Martin Kerketta with Rs 15 lakh bounty killed in Jharkhand

Martin Kerketta's notoriety was underscored by the Rs 15 lakh bounty placed on his head, due to his involvement in over 70 cases related to violent and extremist activities. His reign of terror had long been a thorn in the side of local authorities and communities alike.

Aug 6, 2025

Shibu Soren, Jharkhand former CM and JMM founder passes away

The hospital, in its statement, said, "He died after a prolonged illness. He was suffering from a kidney ailment and had also suffered a stroke, a month and a half ago. He was on the life support system for the last month."

Aug 4, 2025

India Braces for Monsoon Until July 17; Delhi‑NCR Hit by Severe Waterlogging and Gridlock

The IMD said isolated heavy rain is expected over Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal (both Gangetic and Sub-Himalayan regions) in eastern and central India. On July 13, isolated heavy rainfall is likely in parts of Konkan & Goa, Gujarat, Central Maharashtra, and Saurashtra.

Jul 12, 2025

British rule replayed: BJP slams police crackdown on tribals on 'Hool Diwas' in Jharkhand

Senior BJP leaders, including Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi and MP Nishikant Dubey, strongly condemned the police action, alleging that the brutality witnessed was like colonial-era oppression. The leaders blamed the Hemant Soren-led state government for the incident and accused it of suppressing tribal voices.

Jun 30, 2025

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata expressway's second phase today

In a landmark move to boost infrastructure and connectivity in eastern India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the second phase of the Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata Expressway (NH-319B) on Thursday, during his visit to Bihar.

May 29, 2025

Mentally challenged minor raped, murdered in J'khand; public outrage sparks protests

In a gruesome crime, a 12-year-old mentally challenged girl was raped and brutally murdered in Jharkhand's Palamu area, officials said on Thursday.

Apr 3, 2025

Man kills wife and five-year-old son with iron pan in Jharkhand's Saraikela

Man brutally kills wife, five-year-old son with iron pan in Jharkhand's Saraikela

A man brutally murdered his wife and five-year-old son in Jharkhand's Saraikela district on Monday morning, using an iron pan to bludgeon them to death, officials said.

Mar 31, 2025

Jharkhand: CBI team attacked during raid on bank recovery agent's house, three injured

A team of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was attacked on Wednesday while conducting a raid at the residence of a bank recovery agent in the Harla police station area of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. Three officers sustained injuries during the assault.

Mar 27, 2025

Class 11 student found hanging from tree in Giridih's Navodaya school premises

A shocking incident has come to light from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Gandey, Giridih district, Jharkhand, where the body of an 11th class student was found hanging from a tree in the school premises on Thursday morning.

Feb 6, 2025

SC dismisses J'khand govt's plea against quashing of FIR against Nishikant Dubey, 28 others

The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the High Court's decision to quash an FIR lodged against 28 BJP leaders, including BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, former Jharkhand Chief Ministers Babulal Marandi and Raghubar Das, former Union Minister Arjun Munda, and BJP MP Sanjay Seth, in the Jharkhand Secretariat siege case.

Jan 27, 2025

'Act of contempt': Jharkhand HC rebukes govt over delay in municipal polls

The Jharkhand High Court has rapped the state government for delaying municipal elections in the state, calling it an act of contempt, while emphasising that polls cannot be indefinitely postponed under the pretext of conducting the triple test process for OBC reservation in the civic bodies.

Jan 13, 2025

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