Jharkhand

Ranchi: In a decisive move against the illegal trade of narcotic cough syrup, Ranchi Police have launched a major operation in the city. Under the directives of SSP Rakesh Ranjan, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed and conducted simultaneous raids at three different locations across Ranchi. The operation is being led by the Rural SP. Three Locations RaidedThe SIT, under the leadership of the Rural SP, carried out coordinated raids at three key sites in the city. In Tupudana area’s Industrial Zone, a raid at Shaili Traders is being conducted under the supervision of City DSP V. Raman. Several crucial documents have been seized during the operation. Weapons and Financial Records SeizedCity DSP V. Raman confirmed that, apart from important documents, police also recovere...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: A shocking incident rocked Guyu village in the Karra police jurisdiction of Khunti district on Sunday evening, as unknown assailants shot dead 25-year-old Sumit Tigga, the Tribal Congress Block General Secretary. The brutal killing has left the local community in deep shock and anger. Well-Known Social ActivistSumit Tigga, son of Temba Tigga and a resident of Guyu village, was unmarried and actively involved in the Tribal Congress organization. Known as a vibrant and socially committed young leader, he had earned a good reputation in his village and surrounding areas for his organizational work and participation in social initiatives. Details of the ShootingAccording to reports, Tigga was at home on Sunday evening when two of his acquaintances called him to a villa...

In a shocking incident that has shaken public conscience, a newborn baby who was sold just hours after birth in Bihar’s Bhojpur district has been safely reunited with his mother after 13 days, following intense police action. The case exposes a well-organized child trafficking racket operating across Bihar and Jharkhand. The infant was sold soon after birth on December 7 outside Agiaon Primary Health Centre. The deal was allegedly struck for ₹4.50 lakh, out of which ₹3.50 lakh had already been paid to a rural doctor acting as a middleman. However, under mounting police pressure, the woman who bought the baby—Poonam Sharma, a resident of Ramgarh district in Jharkhand—arrived at Garhani police station and handed over the newborn voluntarily. As the baby was brought to the police statio...

The year 2025 has emerged as a milestone in Jharkhand’s wildlife conservation history, with the Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) recording a significant rise in its tiger population. According to the latest official data, the number of tigers in PTR has increased to six, reflecting the success of sustained conservation and protection efforts. PTR Deputy Director Prajeshkant Jena stated that the growing tiger population is a major achievement for wildlife management in the region. He also highlighted that for the first time, a comprehensive census of carnivorous animals and vultures was conducted this year, marking a new chapter in ecological monitoring. Successful Rescue of Tiger ‘Samrat’ One of the most remarkable achievements of the year was the successful rescue of a tiger named ‘Sam...

Chaibasa, West Singhbhum: A heart-wrenching incident from Chaibasa has exposed serious gaps in the state’s healthcare system. On Friday, a father, unable to secure an ambulance, was forced to carry the body of his four-year-old son in a bag and return home by bus. Witnesses were left shocked and tearful at the helplessness of the grieving parent. According to family members, Dimba Chatomba, a resident of Baljodi village in Novamundi, had rushed his ailing son to Chaibasa Sadar Hospital—a 70-kilometer journey—after the child’s condition worsened. Tragically, the boy passed away around 4 PM during treatment. Desperate to take his son back to the village, the father repeatedly requested an ambulance, but no assistance arrived despite hours of pleading. Local residents revealed that Dimb...

In a strong political and humanitarian statement amid the ongoing hijab controversy in Bihar, Jharkhand Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari has publicly offered a government job to Dr. Nusrat Parveen, the woman doctor who recently faced humiliation during her duty. Addressing the issue, Minister Ansari announced that if Dr. Parveen chooses to serve in Jharkhand, she will be provided a monthly salary of ₹3 lakh, posting of her choice, and government residential accommodation. He emphasized that Jharkhand ensures respect, dignity, and complete security, especially for women doctors. “An Insult to the Constitution and Humanity” Condemning the incident in Bihar, Dr. Irfan Ansari described the act of pulling a woman doctor’s hijab as inhuman, shameful, and unconstitutional. Taking to soci...

Ranchi: Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak of the Bombay High Court has been appointed as the Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. The Supreme Court Collegium recommended his name to the Central Government, which has now approved the appointment. Justice Sonak will succeed Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, who is set to retire on 8 January 2026. Who is Justice M.S. Sonak? Born on 28 November 1964, Justice Sonak hails from Panaji, Goa. He completed his early education at Don Bosco High School, Panaji, followed by a B.Sc. degree from Dhempe College of Arts and Science. He then pursued law at Law College, Panaji, graduating with first-class honors. Justice Sonak also earned a diploma in Portuguese from the Xavier Centre of Historical Research. Legal Career and Expertise Justic...

Ranchi/New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Chandar Bhushan Singh and his wife Priyanka Singh, directors of Maxizon Touch Private Limited, in connection with a massive ₹307 crore multi-level marketing (MLM) scam. The couple allegedly duped the public by promising high monthly returns and lucrative referral incentives, collecting funds illegally through at least 21 bank accounts. How the Fraud Operated Investigations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, revealed that the accused ran a fraudulent MLM scheme targeting ordinary citizens. They lured investors with the promise of high returns, amassing over ₹307 crore in unauthorized deposits. The money was then converted into illegal gains through complex transactions and shell accounts. On the...