Jharkhand

Ranchi: The five-day winter session of the Jharkhand Assembly commenced today, Friday, December 5, at 11 a.m. and will continue until December 11. Prior to the start of the session, Assembly Speaker Ravindranath Mahto convened an all-party meeting to ensure smooth and productive proceedings in the House. Leaders including Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi, and other senior representatives attended the meeting. Following the initial condolence references on the first day, the House proceedings will resume on Monday, as Saturday and Sunday are non-working days. Consequently, this winter session will span only five working days. Speaker Appeals for CooperationDuring the all-party meeting, Speaker Mahto urged leaders from all parties to cooperate in co...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The Jharkhand High Court has taken a strict stance against the state government over delays in implementing the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA Act). While hearing a contempt petition filed for non-implementation of the law, the court directed the government to submit an affidavit stating the exact timeline for enforcement of the PESA Act. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Rajesh Shankar expressed displeasure over the state’s failure to notify the PESA rules, despite a previous court directive on 29 July 2024. The court emphasized that the government must clearly indicate how much time it will take to implement the law and the steps involved. Court Maintains Ban on Mineral Allocation During the h...

Ranchi, 1 Dec 2025: India secured a thrilling 17-run victory over South Africa in the first ODI at JSCA Stadium, Ranchi, on Sunday. While Virat Kohli’s magnificent 135-run century dominated the headlines, a young woman in the stands stole the show with her animated reaction to the batting maestro’s innings. Viral Reaction Steals HeartsAs Kohli reached his century, a ‘mystery girl’ was captured on camera clasping her hands to her cheeks in sheer delight. The clip of her adorable reaction quickly went viral, becoming the talk of social media and winning the admiration of cricket fans across the country. Meet the ‘Mystery Girl’ – Riya VermaThe woman has been identified as Riya Verma, a popular YouTuber and social media influencer. She boasts over 300,000 subscribers on YouTube and aroun...

Ranchi, 1 Dec 2025: In a tragic incident, Shankar Narayan P. Badri (69), the owner of the popular Kuppuswami restaurant in Ranchi, was found dead at his residence in Jagatpuram on Monday morning. Preliminary reports suggest that he may have taken his own life. Suspected Suicide Due to Financial StressPolice officials stated that Shankar Narayan, originally from Kerala, was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan in one of the rooms of his home. The Kanke Police, led by Officer-in-Charge Prakash Rajak, confirmed that the incident appears to be linked to severe financial stress. Initial investigations indicate that Narayan was suffering from depression due to a heavy debt burden. Authorities are currently searching for a suicide note to confirm the circumstances. Family Business Backgrou...

Chatra, 2 Dec 2025: In a shocking incident from Jharkhand, a woman allegedly conspired with her lover to abduct and murder her husband. The husband was lured into a forest under false pretenses and killed on the spot. Crime DetailsThe incident occurred in the Chatra district, where authorities revealed on Monday that the woman, along with her lover and an accomplice, had allegedly carried out the crime. The deceased has been identified as Sanju Bharti (35), a resident of Hiring village in the Hunterganj police jurisdiction. His body was recovered from the Sanghri Valley forest on Sunday evening. Arrests and InvestigationPolice officials confirmed that two suspects, including the wife, Rita Kumari (30), and an accomplice, Rishu Kumar (28), have been arrested. Sanju’s brother, Sanjay B...

Ranchi, 2 Dec 2025: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out a major operation on Tuesday morning against Naresh Kejriwal, a well-known Chartered Accountant (CA) and alleged hawala operator from Jharkhand, in connection with unreported overseas assets. ED teams simultaneously raided a total of 15 locations across Ranchi, Mumbai, and Surat, starting at 6 a.m. Sources confirmed that Kejriwal has been handling the financial affairs of several prominent politicians. The action comes following allegations of illegal overseas investments and violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). In Ranchi, the ED focused on Kejriwal’s office located in the Church Complex, along with his residential properties. Officials noted that this marks the first FEMA-related raid in Jharkhand ...

Medininagar, Palamu: In a shocking case of criminal conspiracy, a government school teacher in Jharkhand’s Palamu district has been arrested for allegedly plotting the murder of the husband of a female cook at his school. Police also apprehended three hired criminals, preventing a major crime. Illegal Relationship Sparks ConspiracyThe accused, identified as Satyadev Vishwakarma (50), allegedly wanted to pursue an illegal relationship with the school’s midday meal cook. Her husband reportedly stood in the way of his advances. According to Superintendent of Police Reshma Rameshan, the cook frequently complained to her husband about Vishwakarma’s behavior. The teacher and the husband had previously been involved in arguments and scuffles over this matter. Hired Hitmen Apprehended Before...

Ranchi: With the onset of colder weather, Jharkhand’s reservoirs and wetlands have once again come alive with the vibrant sights and sounds of migratory birds. Every year, thousands of birds escape extreme winter conditions in their native regions—Central Asia, the Himalayan region, Mongolia, and the Tibetan Plateau—and make Jharkhand their winter sanctuary. Seeking Shelter in State’s Water BodiesAccording to Satyaprakash, Jharkhand coordinator for the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC), these birds take refuge in reservoirs, lakes, rivers, and wildlife sanctuaries during winter, primarily for food and protection from severe cold in their native habitats. Udhwa Sanctuary a Favorite DestinationThe birds have started arriving at various water bodies, including Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary (Sahe...

Ranchi: A delegation from the Jharkhand Tribal Students’ Union met Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Jual Oram, on Sunday and submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting pressing issues faced by the tribal community in the state. The delegation brought the minister’s attention to critical concerns regarding scholarships, reservation, education, and development during a program held in Ranchi and urged immediate action. Tribal Population Underrepresented Despite Resource RichnessThe memorandum highlighted that while Jharkhand holds nearly 40% of India’s total mineral wealth, approximately 26.3% of the state’s tribal population remains deprived of their rightful share in education, employment, and budgetary allocations. The delegation pointed out that several reserved positions for S...

Koderma: A shocking case of medical negligence has come to light at Koderma Sadar Hospital, Jharkhand, turning a family’s joy into trauma. Khushboo Kumari, a resident of Rajdhanbar in Giridih district, reportedly had surgical gauze left inside her abdomen during a C-section performed by Dr. Abdul Rahman on July 11, 2025, putting her life at risk and rendering her unable to conceive in the future. Three Months Later, Pain Reveals the TruthKhushboo delivered a healthy baby and returned home in high spirits. However, after about three months, she began experiencing severe abdominal pain. Following medical advice in Gaya, an ultrasound revealed the horrifying truth: surgical gauze had been left inside her abdomen during the initial operation. Doctors warned that immediate surgery was necess...