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Ranchi: A tragic incident unfolded in New AG Colony, Mandir Marg, Ranchi, where three members of a single family attempted suicide. The young man, identified as Mihir, died after hanging himself, while his mother and sister remain in critical condition after ingesting poison. The incident, which occurred in a residence under the Argoda police station area, has sent shockwaves through the neighborhood. Residents on both floors of the building indicated that a family dispute and stress may have led to this tragic act. Mihir, a CA Student, Had Recently Returned from Kolkata Mihir had recently returned from Kolkata and was pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) studies. Reports suggest that he had also secured a job with a corporate company. By the time neighbors and police arrived at th...

Chaibasa, Jharkhand: The Serengsia Valley in Jharkhand’s Kolhan division revisits the pages of history every year on February 2, commemorating the valiant tribal warriors who fought against British rule in 1837. Led by Poto Ho, these fighters armed with bows, arrows, slings, and stones defeated a large contingent of British troops. More than 100 British soldiers were killed in this fierce guerrilla battle, while 26 tribal warriors attained martyrdom. Poto Ho and his comrades were later captured by the British and publicly executed. This year, Chief Minister Hemant Soren paid homage to the immortal martyrs at the Serengsia Shaheed Memorial. During the event, he also announced several development projects for West Singhbhum district and distributed appointment letters to 1,479 youth. A...

Ranchi: Jharkhand is witnessing unprecedented progress in its railway infrastructure, marked by massive budget allocations, network expansion, station redevelopment, full electrification, and the introduction of modern train services. These initiatives are not only enhancing passenger convenience but also accelerating the state’s overall development. Addressing journalists from offices across Eastern India via video conference from New Delhi, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that all these developments are in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India. He highlighted that the state has received a record budget allocation, which will strengthen rail connectivity and catalyze holistic growth. 16-Fold Budget Increase During 2009–14, the annual average ...