Jharkhand Becomes First State to Link Teacher Promotions to Assessment Results

Ranchi: Jharkhand has become the first state in India to make teacher promotions contingent upon their performance in an assessment exam. The state recently conducted a ‘Teacher Need Assessment’ (TNA) exam to evaluate the training needs of its teachers,…

NIA Files Supplementary Chargesheet Against Three in Jharkhand Maoist Terror Funding Case

Ranchi – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet before a special court in Ranchi against three individuals in connection with a 2023 terror conspiracy case involving the banned CPI (Maoist) outfit in Jharkhand.

NIA Chargesheets Two More Maoists in 2022 Jharkhand Arms Recovery Case

New Delhi – The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a fresh chargesheet against two more individuals in connection with a 2022 case involving the recovery of arms and ammunition during a CPI (Maoist) plot to attack security forces in Jharkhand.

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…