Over Rs 723 crore released by Centre for rural governance in Rajasthan, Jharkhand

New Delhi: In a major boost to rural governance, the Union government has disbursed over Rs 723 crore to rural local bodies in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the 15th Finance Commission grants, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj announced on Friday.

Gangster Prince Khan’s operatives arrested in Palamu extortion case

Daltonganj: Two suspected operatives linked to gangster Prince Khan were arrested by Jharkhand Police in Palamu for allegedly attempting to extort Rs 1 crore from a jewellery businessman in Medininagar.

According to police, the accused sent…

BCI Mandates 30% Women’s Reservation in State Bar Council Elections

Ranchi: In a landmark step to enhance women’s representation in professional legal bodies, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has directed all state bar councils to reserve 30 percent of seats for women. The directive, issued through letter number…

Jharkhand Police to See Major Promotions; 16 IPS Officers Set to Move Up the Ranks

Ranchi: The Jharkhand Police is set for a major organizational reshuffle, with the state government preparing to promote 16 IPS officers across various senior levels, including Additional Director General (ADG), Inspector General (IG), Deputy Inspector…

Hit-and-Run Near Bhusur TOP Claims One Life; Locals Block Road in Protest

Ranchi: One person was killed on the spot in a hit-and-run accident near Bhusur TOP under the Dhurwa police station limits on Thursday. The incident occurred when the victim was crossing the road and was struck by a speeding vehicle. The impact was…

PLFI Militants Fire at Stone Crusher in Khunti, Demand Rs 20 Lakh

Khunti- In a fresh show of strength, cadres of the banned People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI) allegedly opened fire at a stone crusher plant in Jharkhand’s Khunti district and demanded Rs 20 lakh as extortion, officials said.

Elephant Movement Disrupts Rail and Road Traffic in Jharkhand; 18 Local Trains Cancelled

Ranchi- Ongoing movement of wild elephants across key transport corridors has caused widespread disruption to rail and road traffic in Jharkhand, forcing authorities to cancel train services and suspend highway movement as a precaution.

According…

Cheap liquor from neighbouring states hits sales of Jharkhand traders

Ranchi: Liquor sold at lower prices in neighbouring states is increasingly worrying Jharkhand’s alcohol traders.

According to Subodh Kumar Jaiswal, general secretary of Jharkhand Liquor Traders’ Association, even…

Five Fisheries Projects Bring New Hope to Garhwa in Jharkhand

Ranchi- The announcement and launch of five fisheries projects in Garhwa district have generated widespread optimism among local residents, with many viewing the initiative as a turning point for livelihood enhancement and economic growth in the region.

Hemant Soren Seeks Immediate Action Over Alleged Industrial Pollution in Ramgarh

Ranchi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has sought urgent action after a viral video alleged large-scale pollution caused by a steel manufacturing unit in Ramgarh district.

The video, reportedly recorded by a local youth named Surendra,…