Jharkhand

Ranchi: Chief Minister Hemant Soren has emphasized that after 25 years of progress, Jharkhand now requires a robust and multi-dimensional budget that meets the aspirations of its youth. Speaking at the “Abua Dishom Budget Symposium” at the Jharkhand Secretariat, Soren highlighted the need for a balanced and inclusive budget capable of accelerating the state’s development trajectory. “The budget must empower every section and region of the state, reflecting public aspirations while driving economic growth,” the Chief Minister said. Projected Budget of ₹1 Lakh Crore with Focus on Revenue Growth CM Soren estimated that the upcoming state budget would be approximately ₹1 lakh crore, with a potential increase in subsequent years. He stressed the need for strengthening revenue collectio...

Bokaro: Panic erupted near Basanti Mod in Bokaro’s Sector 9 when a young man climbed the top of a private mobile tower and threatened to jump, claiming he would end his life. The dramatic incident ended after police successfully persuaded him to come down safely. The man, identified as Bhojraj Chandel from Johri village in Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, reportedly scaled the 150-foot tower after being denied permission to meet his girlfriend by her family. The crowd that gathered below was left in shock as they watched him cling to the tower’s summit. Four-Year Relationship Leads to Desperation According to Sector 9 police station, Chandel has been in a relationship with a local girl for the past four years. The couple initially connected through social media, and Chandel had come...

Ranchi: Jharkhand is set to witness a drop in temperatures once again, with the possibility of rain and cold waves in the coming days. According to the Meteorological Centre, Ranchi, several parts of the state may experience a significant fall in temperature along with intermittent rainfall. The weather department predicts partly cloudy skies across the state today. From January 30 to February 2, mornings are expected to be foggy, followed by clear skies during the day. However, on February 3 and 4, several districts are likely to receive rainfall. Minimum Temperatures May Drop by 3–4°C The state has been witnessing fluctuating temperatures in recent days. While maximum temperatures in most districts have remained above 25°C, minimum temperatures have been 3–5°C higher than normal...

Security forces in Jharkhand and Bihar have intensified a massive joint operation to trace and arrest Thegan Mian, a dreaded commander of the banned extremist outfit CPI (Maoist), who is believed to be hiding along the Jharkhand–Bihar border. Armed with automatic weapons, Thegan Mian is considered one of the most dangerous active Maoists in the region. A native of Ghanghari village under Mohammadganj police station in Palamu district, he is among the last three top Maoist operatives still active in the border belt. According to police records, Thegan Mian operates as a commander in the squad of notorious Maoist Nitish Yadav, who carries a reward of ₹15 lakh. Both are accused of executing several violent attacks targeting security forces and government property. Active Since 2018, ...

In a shocking turn of events in Ranchi, the body of Saheb Ansari, who had been on the run after allegedly murdering his wife, has been recovered. On 24 January, Ansari reportedly shot his wife, Tarannum alias Rani, and fled the scene. Crime and Conspiracy Uncovered The gruesome incident took place in the Doranda police station area of Jharkhand’s capital. Investigations revealed that Ansari, father of three, was allegedly involved in an extramarital relationship. When his wife confronted him over the affair, an argument escalated, culminating in Ansari fatally shooting her with an illegal pistol. In a desperate attempt to mislead authorities, Ansari tried to stage the murder as a suicide by placing the pistol in Rani’s hands. However, his plan failed as his children had witnessed ...

In a significant breakthrough, police in Jharkhand’s Khunti district have arrested six more individuals in connection with the high-profile murder of tribal leader Padha Raja Soma Munda. With these arrests, the total number of accused in the case has risen to 13, including the main shooter behind the assassination. Accused Sent to Judicial Custody Before presenting the suspects in court, police paraded them at the district police lines. The newly arrested include Daniel Sanga (44), Sumit Dal Sand (20), Markus Sanga (20), Roshan Minz (25), Sandeep Khalkho (35), and Santosh Dalsand (32). All six have been remanded to judicial custody. Murder Linked to Land Deal Dispute Khunti Superintendent of Police Praveen Toppo stated that the killing of Soma Munda was the outcome of a long-st...

A major tragedy has struck the Dhanbad district, where an illegal coal mining site in the Nirsa area near the Galfarbadi Sanyasi Temple collapsed on Tuesday night. Several workers are feared dead after being buried under the rubble, although official confirmation is yet to be released. Collapse Triggered by Unsafe Mining Practices According to local sources, around 50 to 60 laborers were working in the mine late at night, cutting coal in unsafe conditions under the supervision of the mine operators. In pursuit of higher profits, the workers reportedly cut the very pillars supporting the mine. The removal of these pillars caused the ceiling to cave in like a mountain, trapping dozens of workers beneath tons of debris. Mine Operators Allegedly Hiding Evidence Following the collap...

In the midst of speculation about internal tensions within the Jharkhand Congress, a crucial meeting was held in New Delhi on Wednesday. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and former party president Rahul Gandhi met with senior leaders of the Jharkhand unit to discuss the state’s current political scenario, organizational strength, and the functioning of the government. Reports of Discontent Among MLAs Denied The meeting included Jharkhand in-charge G. Ahmed Mir (Raju), state president Keshav Mahato Kamlesh, and several other senior leaders. Addressing reporters, Keshav Mahato Kamlesh described the meeting as “very important and highly constructive.” He categorically dismissed reports of internal tensions and discontent among MLAs, stating that “there is no dissatisfaction among M...