CDS Anil Chauhan inaugurated East Tech 2025 in Ranchi, emphasizing the critical need for increased investment in defence research and development to effectively meet the army’s future warfare requirements. He urged a review of existing DRDO projects, speedy development of defence products, and leveraging defence diplomacy for joint ventures and technology transfer.
Following the arrest of constable Deepak Kumar Rout for his wife’s murder, a new case has been filed concerning the 2022 death of his first wife, Aparna Priyadarshini. Aparna’s sister raised suspicions, citing inconsistencies in Rout’s initial accident report and a substantial life insurance policy.
Vigilance officials raided properties linked to Antaryami Sahu, a forest range officer in Rayagada district, uncovering significant assets disproportionate to his known income. The searches across multiple districts revealed five buildings and nine land parcels owned by Sahu and his family. Further investigation is underway, including verification of bank deposits and a locker.
SP Harvinder Singh inspected Durga Puja pandals in Bokaro, emphasizing security measures. He urged organizers to install CCTV cameras, improve lighting, and manage parking effectively. Singh also directed widening entry/exit points, setting up barricades for traffic, and banning motorcycles inside pandal premises to ensure a safe and smooth festive atmosphere for devotees.
Land registration and mutation services in Jharkhand will be disrupted until September 25 due to the migration of the Jharbhoomi application to a new infrastructure. The Jharkhand State Data Centre is upgrading the system, causing the Jharbhoomi server to be temporarily down. The land and revenue department assures that services will resume upon completion of…
Odisha’s higher education faces a crisis as 68% of teaching positions in state public universities are vacant, impacting education quality. The shortage extends to non-teaching staff, with a 72% vacancy rate. The government plans to resume faculty appointments after vice-chancellor recruitments, following amendments to the Odisha Universities Act.
A significant fire erupted at a plastic manufacturing plant located in Ormanjhi, near Ranchi, on Friday, resulting in substantial property damage estimated to be worth several lakhs. Authorities believe an electrical short circuit triggered the blaze, prompting a response from approximately ten fire engines.
SP Harvinder Singh inspected Durga Puja pandals in Bokaro, emphasizing security measures. He urged organizers to install CCTV cameras, improve lighting, and manage parking effectively. Singh also directed widening entry/exit points, setting up barricades for traffic, and banning motorcycles inside pandal premises to ensure smooth crowd management and devotee safety during the upcoming festival.
Evgeni Malkin, the Pittsburgh Penguins forward, expresses his desire to remain with the team. His future depends on the upcoming season’s performance. Malkin hopes to play well and contribute to the team’s success. He acknowledges the possibility of a trade but prefers to stay in Pittsburgh. Malkin aims to prove himself and pursue another Stanley…
