Hemant Soren
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'We presented our demands, protest to continue': Protesters meet Jharkhand govt over JPSC paper leak
India | Aug 07, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTAfter meeting with the aspirants' delegation, Jharkhand Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu said, "We had a meeting with the students in a cordial atmosphere. We understood the demands of students. Govt is committed to deliberate on the students' demand, seriously."
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'We are ready to talk': Hemant Soren invites students for dialogue amid ongoing protest in Ranchi
Jharkhand | Aug 07, 2026, 06:02 PM ISTJharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has invited JPSC and JSSC aspirants for dialogue, promising major recruitment reforms as protests continue in Ranchi. The agitation has intensified with fresh allegations over the recruitment process and growing political attention.
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Jharkhand paper leak row: Protesters form 11-member team to hold talks with Hemant govt | Check list
Jharkhand | Aug 06, 2026, 06:17 PM ISTJharkhand paper leak protesters have formed an 11-member delegation to hold talks with the Hemant Soren government over alleged recruitment exam irregularities. The students continue to demand cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Examination, a CBI probe and reforms in JPSC and JSSC.
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JPSC protesting students agree to hold talks with Jharkhand govt, demand video recording of meeting
India | Aug 05, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTHundreds of students continued their protest over alleged irregularities in the 14th JPSC examination, JSSC-CGL and other recruitment tests, demanding a CBI probe and reforms in the recruitment agencies.
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'The govt's doors are open to everyone': Hemant Soren reacts as students' protest enters Day 12
Jharkhand | Aug 05, 2026, 04:06 PM ISTJharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has assured protesting students that the government is open to dialogue over alleged recruitment exam irregularities and will seriously consider their demands. He said investigations are progressing with arrests and raids already underway.
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'The govt has eyes, ears; it is sensitive to the issue': Hemant Soren on Jharkhand students' protest
Jharkhand | Aug 04, 2026, 06:10 PM ISTJharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has responded to the ongoing JPSC protest, saying his government is sensitive to students' concerns and awaiting the CID probe report. Students continue to demand cancellation of the preliminary exam and a CBI investigation into alleged irregularities.
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At National Stakeholders' Consultation 2026, Jharkhand pitches itself as tourism investment hub
Jharkhand | Jul 12, 2026, 09:42 PM ISTAt the National Stakeholders' Consultation 2026 in New Delhi, Jharkhand showcased how its tourism investment potential. The state government also revealed how it is transformed Jharkhand into a tourism investment hub.
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Jharkhand emerges as investment destination as CM Hemant Soren engages with global, industry leaders
Jharkhand | Jul 10, 2026, 12:04 PM ISTThe High Commissioner of Singapore to India, FICCI, CII, EaseMyTrip, MakeMyTrip, Hero Cycles, Avon Cycles and FICCI Tourism Federation have expressed strong interest in partnering with Jharkhand.
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Jharkhand unveils AI Policy 2026-31, proposes Rs 1,150 crore investment for digital revolution
Jharkhand | Jul 09, 2026, 05:43 PM ISTThe Jharkhand AI Policy 2026–2031, according to the state government, will focus on integrating artificial intelligence across several sectors such as governance, healthcare, agriculture, education, mining, environmental management and disaster response.
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Hemant Soren launches National Stakeholders Consultation, unveils vision for AI-led growth
Jharkhand | Jul 08, 2026, 07:36 PM ISTAddressing industry leaders and technology experts, CM Hemant Soren said Jharkhand's identity should be defined not only by its mineral wealth but also by its intellectual capital, stressing that the state should be known for "minds, not just mines."
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Jharkhand govt unveils industrial and textile policies to accelerate investment and job creation
Jharkhand | Jul 05, 2026, 07:32 PM ISTTo further refine the proposed frameworks and attract national and global investment interest, the Government of Jharkhand will host a two-day National Stakeholder Consultation Meet in New Delhi on July 8–9.
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Rift brewing in INDIA bloc? JMM to contest both Rajya Sabha seats in Jharkhand in blow to Congress
Jharkhand | Jun 06, 2026, 03:02 PM ISTFresh signs of tension have emerged within the INDIA bloc in Jharkhand after the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) officially declared that it wants to field candidates on both Rajya Sabha seats going to polls on June 18.
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JMM eyes both Jharkhand Rajya Sabha seats, deepening rift with Congress: What's the math?
Jharkhand | Jun 05, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTJMM has asserted its claim on both Rajya Sabha seats in Jharkhand, a day after Congress announced Pranav Jha as its candidate. The move has sparked fresh political buzz within the I.N.D.I.A bloc ahead of the June 18 Rajya Sabha elections.
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KC Venugopal affirms Jharkhand INDI alliance 'rock-solid' amid BJP switch rumours
Jharkhand | Dec 03, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTSpeculation surged following Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his legislator-wife Kalpana Soren's prolonged Delhi stay starting November 28, amid unconfirmed reports of meetings with senior BJP leaders.
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Jharkhand: Will Hemant Soren ditch Congress to join NDA? Reports claim JMM leader in touch with BJP
Jharkhand | Dec 02, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTThe political scenario in Jharkhand has heated up after reports of Hemant Soren meeting a top BJP leader in Delhi. Speculation is rife about a possible JMM-BJP realignment, though no official confirmation has surfaced yet.
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JMM not to contest Bihar polls, cites 'political conspiracy' by Congress-RJD as main reason
India | Oct 20, 2025, 11:37 PM ISTBihar elections: The announcement from the JMM came just two days after the Hemant Soren-led party said that it would go solo in Bihar and contest the elections in six assembly segments as the seat-sharing talks failed.
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7th Pay Commission: DA hiked for govt employees of this state ahead of Diwali, check details
Business | Oct 14, 2025, 09:45 PM IST7th Pay Commission: The DA hike will be effective from July 1 and the decision, which will benefit 3 lakh state government employees and pensioners, was taken at a meeting of the Jharkhand cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren.
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'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar: What's the idea behind Akhilesh, Stalin and Soren's entry?
Bihar | Aug 30, 2025, 08:16 PM ISTThe participation of Samajwadi party chief Akhilesh Yadav, DMK's MK Stalin, and the expected appearance of Hemant Soren in the Voter Adhikar Yatra suggests coordinated outreach across caste and community lines.
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Hemant Soren pays emotional tribute to father Shibu Soren: 'Pillar of Jharkhand's soul departed'
India | Aug 05, 2025, 09:21 AM ISTFormer Jharkhand chief minister and JMM patriarch Shibu Soren passed away on Monday morning at the age of 81 at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi, where he was undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments for more than a month.
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PM Modi pays tribute to Shibu Soren at Ganga Ram Hospital, expresses condolences to his family
India | Aug 04, 2025, 02:34 PM ISTJharkhand Mukti Morcha co-founder Soren, who was undergoing treatment at the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital here for over a month for kidney-related problems, died at the age of 81.