Jharkhand Congress announced a statewide campaign to monitor the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, aiming to prevent eligible voters from being removed from the electoral rolls. The party accused the Election Commission of acting as a tool for the Union government and vowed to protect the right to vote, calling it a fundamental constitutional right.
Jharkhand’s health department has given in-principle approval to establish the state’s first Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) unit at Ranchi Sadar Hospital. This facility, expected to be functional within seven months, aims to provide affordable treatment for blood-related disorders like blood cancer and thalassaemia, benefiting marginalized families who currently face high costs in other states.
An ancient species, the Yangtze giant softshell turtle, faces extinction with only two known wild survivors. Habitat loss, pollution, and failed breeding attempts have decimated this giant freshwater turtle, native to China and Vietnam. Conservationists are urgently seeking global cooperation to save this evolutionary relic, warning of its permanent disappearance without immediate action.
Former Boston Bruins player Milan Lucic has secured a new professional try-out contract. He will join the Springfield Thunderbirds, an AHL team affiliated with the St. Louis Blues. This comes after an injury impacted his earlier try-out with the Blues. Lucic aims to earn a full-season contract and showcase his abilities on the ice.
Indian Bank MD Binod Kumar met Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, pledging a key role in the state’s economic growth and enhanced customer service. Kumar also assured FJCCI members of special attention to MSMEs, real estate, and cluster development, with plans for a Mudra loan fair and efforts to combat cybercrime.
Steve Nash revealed on the ‘Mind the Game’ podcast that Stephen Curry’s electrifying play was a significant factor in his decision to retire. Nash described a preseason game where guarding Curry left him feeling his back was “broke,” prompting him to consider retirement. LeBron James humorously acknowledged the ‘Mind the Game’ exclusive admission.
Thousands of Biharis residing in Ranchi are returning to their home state to cast their votes in the Bihar assembly elections. Driven by hopes for improved education, job opportunities, and an end to migration, they are exercising their franchise with aspirations for a better future back home.
Jharkhand police have seized illegal liquor, cash, narcotics, and election freebies worth approximately Rs 1.54 crore during intensified vigilance on its borders with Bihar. These seizures were made as part of efforts to ensure a fair assembly election in Bihar, with polling scheduled for November 11 in bordering districts.
Jharkhand’s Agriculture Minister Shilpi Neha Trikey announced that excessive monsoon rainfall and Cyclone Montha have caused 25-30% crop damage, potentially rising to 40%. She urged officials to be sensitive in compensating farmers and explore disaster management funds for those not covered by crop insurance. The minister also emphasized improving farmer livelihoods and increasing Kisan Credit…
Dhanbad police conducted early morning raids on Tuesday in Wasseypur, targeting fugitive gangster Prince Khan’s associates. Crucial documents related to criminal activities were seized. The operation, in coordination with Jamshedpur police, aims to dismantle Khan’s UAE-based network and investigate extortion cases. Authorities vowed to continue actions against criminal elements.
