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Jharkhand cabinet approves compensation for families displaced by Mandal Dam project

The Jharkhand cabinet has revitalized the stalled Mandal Dam project by approving a compensation package for 780 families displaced by the project, which spans Palamu and Latehar districts. Additionally, a ministerial committee will study the notification of Saranda Forest as a sanctuary, following a Supreme Court deadline. The cabinet addressed 27 proposals across various departments.

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Gold biscuits worth Rs 6.29 crore seized in Kishanganj, 4 held

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) apprehended four individuals in Kishanganj for attempting to smuggle gold into India from Bangladesh. Authorities seized 48 foreign gold biscuits, valued at approximately Rs 6.29 crore, concealed within their footwear. Acting on intelligence, DRI officials intercepted the suspects and recovered additional cash linked to the illegal gold trade.

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