Jharkhand CGL exam aspirants met Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar, demanding a fair investigation into an alleged paper leak. They submitted a memorandum seeking an impartial probe and accountability for those involved. The delegation also highlighted alleged harassment of whistleblowers by the CID, despite ongoing court proceedings.
Four bodies of Dhanbad youths have been recovered from the Damodar river near the Dhanbad-Bokaro border after nine went for a holy dip and were swept away by strong currents. Two more youths remain missing, prompting protests from angry relatives demanding faster rescue efforts.
Police in Chatra arrested Pintu Vishwakarma alias Pintu Mistri from a village under Lawalong police station on Wednesday, accusing him of being a Maoist sympathizer. A special team recovered 10 Maoist pamphlets and a laptop from his possession. An FIR has been registered against him.
The CAG will conduct a first-of-its-kind audit of the railways’ multi-modal transport logistics initiative to assess its preparedness for increasing cargo share to 45% by 2030. The audit will focus on improving efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and ensuring seamless connectivity, with a report due next year. Additionally, the CAG will audit sustainable rail transport and…
Tragic road accidents claimed three lives and injured five in Jharkhand’s Simdega and Gumla districts on Thursday. A young student was fatally struck by a trailer en route to school. In a separate collision, two individuals returning from a fair died when their vehicle crashed head-on with another trailer. The injured are receiving medical attention.
Archer K Yuktha Sri from Tata Archery Academy has earned a spot on the Indian team for the Asia Cup Stage 3 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Her selection follows a first-place finish in the trials, showcasing her rapid development and dedication since joining the academy in October 2024.
Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar lauded Panchtatva Seva Sangathan for its free, cost-effective promotion of Ayurvedic treatment in both urban and rural Hazaribag. He highlighted the organization’s efforts in empowering women through cottage industries and providing scholarships to underprivileged students, emphasizing the growing importance of Ayurveda.
Jharkhand has significantly boosted digital learning, with 33,718 schools now equipped with ICT labs. Computer availability in state schools surged to 76.27% in five years, surpassing the national average. This digital revolution is cultivating 21st-century skills and transforming classrooms into interactive learning hubs.
Commercial operations for Unit 1 of the 3x800MW Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) have commenced, seven years after its foundation was laid. Jharkhand will receive 85% of the power generated by this state-of-the-art, highly efficient plant, marking a significant boost to the state’s energy infrastructure and national security.
The trailer for Farhan Akhtar’s ‘120 Bahadur’ has been released, showcasing a grand scale and powerful tribute to Indian soldiers. Rohit Sharma lauded the film’s depiction of bravery. Featuring a strong ensemble cast, this war drama honors the 120 soldiers who fought valiantly at Rezang La. Directed by Razneesh Ghai, the film arrives in cinemas…
