NIA Steps Up Probe into Prince Khan’s Network, Investigates Alleged Pakistan Links

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has stepped up its probe into the organised criminal network allegedly linked to absconding Wasseypur-based gangster Prince Khan, with investigators now examining claims of possible foreign connections.

Ranchi Police Officers Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Children at Balashray and Premashray

Raksha Bandhan took on a special meaning for children at Balashray in Pandara and Premashray in Chutia as senior Ranchi police officers joined them in celebrating the festival of brother-sister bonding.

The children tied rakhi on the wrists…

Women Tie Rakhis to Sal Trees in Chakulia, Pledge to Protect the Forest

Raksha Bandhan in Chakulia took on a unique environmental meaning this year as hundreds of tribal women gathered in the Sunsunia forest to tie rakhis to sal trees and pledge to protect them from illegal felling.

While the festival is traditionally…

JJA Condemns Restrictions on Media Entry into Jharkhand Secretariat

The Jharkhand Journalists Association (JJA) has strongly opposed the decision to restrict media personnel from entering the Jharkhand Secretariat, also known as Project Bhavan, in Ranchi. The association said the move could make it difficult for journalists…

Hemant Soren Celebrates Raksha Bandhan as Sisters Tie Rakhi and Bless Him

Raksha Bandhan brought a warm family moment for Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren as his sisters tied rakhi on his wrist and wished him a healthy, happy and long life.

On the occasion, Soren’s elder sister Anjani Soren tied the traditional…

Trees Get Rakhi as Jharkhand Villagers Take Pledge to Protect Forests

Raksha Bandhan took on a different meaning in Gumla as villagers tied rakhis to trees and pledged to protect forests and the natural resources on which their lives and livelihoods depend.

The initiative was organised by the Gumla Forest Division…

Administration Steps Up Preparations for Bhado Mela 2026 in Deoghar

The district administration has intensified preparations for Bhado Mela 2026, with a focus on ensuring a safe, orderly and comfortable pilgrimage experience for devotees visiting Baba Baidyanath Temple.

A review meeting was held at the Collectorate…

Raksha Bandhan Relief: Rs.98.92 Crore Transferred to Accounts of 3.95 Lakh Women in Ranchi

Nearly four lakh women in Ranchi district received a financial boost ahead of Raksha Bandhan, with the August instalment under the Chief Minister Maiya Samman Yojana transferred directly to their bank accounts.

A total of 3,95,692 women benefited…

Jharkhand High Court Issues Contempt Notice to DGP Over CCTV Delay in Police Stations

The Jharkhand High Court has taken a serious view of the failure to install CCTV cameras in police stations across the state despite its earlier directions. During a hearing on Thursday, the court expressed displeasure over the non-compliance and…

Jharkhand High Court Refuses to Stay Cancellation of APP Exam, Seeks Government Response

The Jharkhand High Court on Thursday declined to put an interim stay on the state government's decision to cancel the Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) examination. The court was hearing petitions filed by candidates challenging the government's…