Elephant Attacks in Jharkhand Kill Two; Herds Continue to Damage Crops and Villages

Ranchi — The threat from wild elephants continues across parts of Jharkhand, with two people killed in a fresh attack in Koderma, while herds also caused damage in the neighbouring Seraikela-Kharsawan district, officials said on Wednesday.

After two scorching days, thunderstorms and rain relief likely in Jharkhand from April 24

Jamshedpur: A spell of intense heat continues to grip Jharkhand, with temperatures soaring past the 42–43°C mark in several districts. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Daltonganj remained the hottest…

US Tourist Alleges Assault in Karnataka; Accused and Homestay Owner Arrested

Bengaluru — Disturbing details have surfaced in a case involving the alleged sexual assault of an American tourist in Karnataka’s Kodagu district. Based on the survivor’s complaint, police say a man identified as Vrijesh Kumar allegedly…

DC Strict on Pending Legal Cases in Deoghar; Issues Directives for Time-Bound Resolution

Deoghar: A high-level meeting concerning general administration, law, and High Court matters was held on Wednesday at the Collectorate Conference Hall, presided over by Deputy Commissioner (DC) cum District Magistrate Shashi Prakash…

Strict Briefing by Deoghar DC for JET Exam 2026: ‘Zero Tolerance’ Warning Against Malpractice

 Deoghar:– A briefing session was held on Wednesday at the Suchna Bhawan Auditorium under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Magistrate, Shashi Prakash Singh, to ensure the transparent and malpractice-free conduct of the…

Heatwave intensifies, Daltonganj hits scorching 43.8°C

Jamshedpur: The India Meteorological Department’s Meteorological Centre at Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi, in its bulletin painted a stark picture of intensifying heat across Jharkhand, with temperatures soaring well above normal…

Jamshedpur Students Deliver Distinguished Performance in JEE Main Session–2

Jamshedpur: The announcement of the JEE Main Session–2 results by the National Testing Agency on Monday has ushered in a moment of pride for Jamshedpur, as the city’s students have delivered an exceptional academic performance,…

Wild Bison Attack Claims Two Lives in Jharkhand’s Latehar, Villages on Edge

Latehar — A deadly encounter between humans and wildlife has left two women dead and another critically injured in Jharkhand’s Latehar district, triggering fear among residents in nearby areas.

The incident occurred in the Gurikaram…

Jharkhand Appoints New Lokayukta After Long Gap, Justice A.K. Gupta Takes Oath

Ranchi — Jharkhand has finally filled the long-vacant post of Lokayukta, with former High Court judge Justice Amitabh Kumar Gupta taking the oath of office on Tuesday, nearly five years after the position fell vacant.

The oath was administered…

Jharkhand CM Distributes Appointment Letters to 299 Women Officers in Welfare Department

Ranchi — Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday handed over appointment letters to 299 newly recruited personnel under the state’s Women, Child Development and Social Security Department at a function held at the Secretariat.