Candidates’ challenges ahead: JSSC declares 1.48 lakh successful in physical tests for excise constables; 84 results pending due to various issues

In a major update, the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has revealed that 1,48,054 candidates successfully qualified for the excise constable roles, while 84 results remain under review. The physical assessment conducted from August to September 2024 faced several challenges, tragically including the loss of 15 candidates’ lives.

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Snake rescue operation: Russell’s viper rescued from Palamu village; Local wildlife officers emphasize need for rodent control

In a dramatic turn of events, a four-foot Russell’s viper, notorious for its potent venom, was expertly extracted from a home in Bhargawan village, Palamu district. After a meticulous two-hour operation, forest officials successfully secured the serpent, which had taken refuge near plinths luring in rodents. The dangerous snake has now been safely relocated to…

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Justice served for survivor: Koderma court sentences Chunchun Pandey to 20 years for raping minor; Additional penalties issued for kidnapping offenses

In a decisive ruling, the Koderma court has sentenced Chunchun Pandey to 20 years of strict imprisonment for the heinous crime of raping a minor, under the Pocso Act. Alongside a hefty fine of Rs 10,000, Pandey faces severe punishment for both kidnapping and abducting the young victim, with all terms to be served simultaneously.

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Plastic crackdown begins: Dhanbad Municipal Corporation seizes illegal plastic bags; shopkeepers fined Rs 28,000 in first day of enforcement

In a bold move to tackle environmental issues, the Dhanbad Municipal Corporation has intensified its efforts against the use of banned plastic carry bags thinner than 120 microns. A recent operation at Hirapur Park Market uncovered multiple shops in violation, resulting in immediate fines and the seizure of illegal bags.

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