Chief Secretary Highlights Development and Financial Challenges at 16th Finance Commission Meeting

Ranchi: During a meeting with the 16th Finance Commission held in Ranchi on Friday, Jharkhand Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari outlined the state’s pressing development and financial challenges. She aligned the discussion with the national vision set by…

16th Finance Commission Urges Jharkhand to Hold Local Body Elections to Unlock Pending Funds

Ranchi: During a three-day visit to Jharkhand, the 16th Finance Commission, led by Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya, met with the state government and various political parties. In a press briefing, Dr. Panagariya emphasized that the state must conduct…

Centre Allocates ?15 Crore Special Assistance to Tackle Insurgency in Jharkhand's Lohardaga, Gumla, and Giridih

Ranchi: The Government of India has sanctioned ?15 crore as Special Central Assistance for three key insurgency-affected districts in Jharkhand — Lohardaga, Gumla, and Giridih. Each district will receive ?5 crore to help address the challenges posed…

JMM Accuses BJP of Politicising Armed Forces, Distorting Hindu Traditions

Ranchi: Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) spokesperson Supriyo Bhattacharya launched a scathing attack on the BJP on Thursday, accusing the ruling party of misusing the Indian Army's bravery and Hindu religious symbols for electoral gains.

Addressing…

EC Seeks Income Tax Report on Bokaro MLA Shweta Singh's Alleged Dual PAN Controversy

Ranchi: The Election Commission has sought a report from the Income Tax Department following allegations that Bokaro MLA Shweta Singh possesses two Permanent Account Numbers (PANs). The move comes after a formal complaint was filed by BJP leader Biranchi…

BJP Submits 22-Point Proposal to 16th Finance Commission in Ranchi

Ranchi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) presented a comprehensive 22-point list of recommendations to the 16th Finance Commission during its recent meeting in Ranchi. Represented by Sudhir Srivastava, State Convener of the BJP Legal Cell, and Rakesh…

Inner Wheel Club established breastfeeding room at Khadgada Bus Stand inaugurated 

Ranchi: In a major initiative to honour women and motherhood, the Inner Wheel Club of Ranchi South has established a modern and secure breastfeeding room at Ranchi’s Khadgada Bus Stand.

The facility aims to provide mothers with a dignified…

Jharkhand Seeks Rs.3.03 Lakh Crore from 16th Finance Commission for Inclusive Development

Ranchi: The Jharkhand government has put forward a proposal seeking ?3.03 lakh crore in grants from the 16th Finance Commission to fast-track the state’s integrated and inclusive development.

On Friday, a high-level delegation comprising ministers,…

SC seeks Jharkhand HC's response on rejection of child care leave for woman ADJ

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday sought a response from the Jharkhand High Court within a week on rejection of a child care leave application filed by Additional District Judge (ADJ) Kashika M. Prasad, who is posted in the state.

The…

16th Finance Commission Chairman Panagariya offers prayers at Deoghar temple

Ranchi: The 16th Finance Commission team arrived in Deoghar on Thursday to a grand and traditional welcome. Led by Chairman Arvind Panagariya, the delegation visited the revered Baba Baidyanath temple, where they offered prayers and performed religious…