Assam police intercepted a vehicle disguised as a vegetable carrier on the Bhairabhkunda-Udalguri road, seizing 309.79 kg of cannabis valued at approximately Rs 3 crore. Two individuals, Swrangsha Daimari and Mithinga Iswary, were arrested. The drugs were reportedly transported from Magupam in Arunachal Pradesh. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the wider supply network.
Gandey MLA Kalpana Soren launched campaigning for JMM’s Ghatshila byelection candidate Somesh Soren, urging voters to support him to comfort the widow of the late minister Ramdas. She highlighted Ramdas’s legacy as a tribal leader and disciple of Shibu Soren, stating Somesh’s election would honor both.
Cachar police have made significant seizures of heroin in Silchar, arresting seven individuals in two separate operations. The raids, conducted on Monday and Tuesday, yielded over 160 grams of heroin from a hotel and another 35 grams along with cash and a scooter from a drug peddling hotspot. These arrests highlight the increasing spread of…
Ranchi Municipal Corporation mandates banquet halls to segregate wet and dry waste daily for collection, aiming to boost recycling and composting. This directive comes as the city struggles to meet its biogas plant’s capacity due to poor source segregation. Non-compliance will result in penalties, with repeated offenses risking registration revocation.
Palamu Deputy Commissioner Sameera S has initiated a three-member committee investigation into alleged corrupt practices at the Sadar circle office in Daltonganj. The probe follows a formal complaint by former state minister K N Tripathy, who described the office as a ‘cesspool of corruption’ where landowners are being exploited.
Confused about real versus fake gemstones? Experts reveal reliable methods to verify authenticity. Visual inspection for inclusions and growth patterns, hardness tests using the Mohs scale, and checking weight and density offer initial clues. Advanced techniques like refractive index measurement and thermal testers, alongside professional lab reports, provide definitive identification for discerning buyers.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari’s plea for temporary passport release to attend a London event was denied by the Calcutta High Court. The West Bengal government argued he might not return, citing a past arrest and seizure of unaccounted cash. The court refused the release, impacting his travel plans.
The Jharkhand High Court has initiated a public interest litigation suo motu following the drowning deaths of three individuals during recent Chhath festivities in Ranchi. The court has directed the state government and Ranchi Municipal Corporation to submit separate affidavits regarding the incidents, with the next hearing scheduled for November 25.
Prince Andrew’s royal titles and Royal Lodge residence are gone. This affects his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson. She faces eviction from the Windsor estate home. Ferguson also confronts financial instability and a future without royal protection. This marks a significant shift in royal family management under King Charles. The monarchy prioritizes accountability and austerity.
Garhwa DC Dinesh Kumar Yadav urged farmers to report crop damage from cyclone Montha within 72 hours to avail benefits under the Birsa PM Fasal Bima Yojna. Farmers can report via toll-free number 14447, WhatsApp, or local agriculture and cooperative offices. Uninsured farmers can apply for disaster management compensation with geo-tagged photos.
