Jharkhand

Dhanbad: Panic gripped the Jharia area of Dhanbad late Sunday night after a bomb was thrown at the residence of BJP MLA Ragini Singh. Fortunately, both explosive devices were not powerful, resulting in no casualties, but the incident created widespread fear in the neighborhood. Police are investigating the case. The incident took place at Singh Mansion, located near the steel gate on Sarai Dhela–Govindpur Road. One bomb landed inside the mansion while the other exploded near the gate. Authorities later confirmed that the devices were crude firecrackers (sutli bombs), not lethal explosives. Attack Carried Out by Two Youths on a Bike According to reports, the attack occurred around 11:40 PM. CCTV footage from Singh Mansion shows two young men on a motorcycle throwing the bombs. The ...

Ranchi, Jan 31: In a major crackdown on traffic violations, Ranchi Traffic Police have seized and destroyed over 700 modified silencers and pressure horns installed in motorcycles and cars, officials said on Saturday. The action was part of a special campaign against vehicles creating excessive noise and violating traffic regulations. During the operation, approximately 500 modified silencers and over 250 pressure horns were confiscated and completely destroyed using a bulldozer at the Ranchi Police Lines. The campaign also resulted in fines and challans issued to more than 700 vehicle owners for violating traffic rules. Traffic rules violation and public nuisance According to Ranchi Traffic SP Rakesh Singh, installing modified silencers or pressure horns on vehicles is a clear vi...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The capital city Ranchi and much of Jharkhand are experiencing a sudden drop in temperatures as cold winds sweep in from the north. According to the Ranchi Meteorological Centre, the skies over the state are expected to remain mostly clear over the next three days, though light clouds and morning fog may persist in some areas. On Friday morning, Ranchi saw light cloud cover and patches of fog across several areas. Cold northerly winds continued throughout the day, intensifying the chill. Over the past 24 hours, temperatures in the capital have fallen noticeably, making the cold more pronounced for residents. Impact of Snowfall in Northern and Hilly RegionsMeteorologist Abhishek Anand of the Ranchi Weather Department noted that recent snowfall in northern India and ...

A violent police encounter with armed criminals linked to the Kairav Gandhi kidnapping case unfolded late Thursday night near Sai Mandir in the Bistupur area of Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. During the operation, three suspects were injured by police gunfire and are currently undergoing treatment under strict police supervision. Identities of Injured Suspects The injured have been identified as Guddu Singh, Mohammad Imran Alam, and Rameez Raja, all residents of Bihar. The trio are known to law enforcement for multiple serious criminal cases, including kidnapping and extortion, and had been under continuous police surveillance. Gunfight During Weapon Recovery According to police, the suspects had disclosed during interrogation that they had hidden weapons near Sai Mandir after abductin...

Jamshedpur: Jharkhand police have cracked the sensational kidnapping of 24-year-old Kairav Gandhi, son of Jamshedpur industrialist Devang Gandhi, arresting seven accused, including the leader of Bihar’s notorious ‘Singh Sahab’ gang. Kairav was abducted by impersonating police officers in a meticulously planned operation but was rescued safely near the Jharkhand-Bihar border with the aid of technical surveillance. The Gang Behind the Abduction Investigations revealed that the gang, active in Bihar’s Gaya, Nalanda, and Aurangabad districts, is led by Upendra Singh, Arjun Singh, and Guddu Singh. On January 13, Kairav Gandhi, on his way from home to the bank and company, was intercepted and abducted. The kidnappers, using a Scorpio vehicle equipped with fake police stickers, posed as law...

Ranchi: In a surprise visit, former Team India captain and Cricket World Cup winner Mahendra Singh Dhoni met with Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife Kalpana Soren in Ranchi. The unexpected meeting has drawn significant attention, with political analysts and the public speculating about its implications. Details of the Meeting According to sources, Dhoni personally visited the Chief Minister and also interacted with MLA Kalpana Soren. While the official reason behind the meeting has not been disclosed, it is believed that the leaders exchanged New Year greetings. The visit is being described primarily as a courtesy call aimed at honoring the state’s pride and legacy. Dhoni’s Mention at Davos The meeting gains further significance in light of CM Soren’s recent par...

Ranchi: The Jharkhand High Court has expressed serious concern over the prolonged inactivity of the state’s Information Commission, directing the government to make it operational without delay. During the hearing on a public interest petition filed by Birendra Singh, a division bench comprising Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad and Justice A.K. Rai issued strict instructions to the state authorities. Government Assures Quick Action During Thursday’s proceedings, Advocate General Rajiv Ranjan informed the court that the Jharkhand government is taking steps to reactivate the Information Commission and expects it to be fully functional within four weeks. Chief Secretary Appears in Court The state’s Chief Secretary Avinash Kumar, along with the Secretary of Personnel, Administrative Re...