Jharkhand
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One dead, several injured as security forces and protesters clash in Jharkhand's Bokaro
Jharkhand | Apr 03, 2025, 11:41 PM ISTA clash between security forces and protesters in Jharkhand’s Bokaro led to the death of one protester and injuries to several security personnel. The BSL Visthapit Apprentice Sangh was demonstrating near the Bokaro Steel Plant administrative building, demanding employment.
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Loco pilots among three killed as two goods trains collide in Jharkhand's Sahibganj | VIDEO
Jharkhand | Apr 01, 2025, 11:21 AM ISTThe accident took place on the Farakka-Lalmatiya MGR railway line near the Barhait police station area of Sahibganj district. Following the incident, the administration also dispatched a team to the site to assess the situation and initiate an investigation.
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Jharkhand: Man hacks wife and son to death in Seraikela after domestic dispute
Jharkhand | Mar 31, 2025, 09:51 PM ISTThis incident highlights growing concerns over domestic violence in India, as seen in a recent Uttar Pradesh case where a man, allegedly intoxicated, killed his wife after a financial dispute.
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Security tightened across Jharkhand ahead of Eid, Sarhul, and Ram Navami
Jharkhand | Mar 30, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTSecurity has been tightened across Jharkhand ahead of Eid, Sarhul, and Ram Navami, with authorities deploying CCTV cameras, drones, and police personnel to monitor gatherings. Special security measures have been put in place in sensitive areas like Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Hazaribag, and Giridih.
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Mukhtar Ansari's shooter Anuj Kanaujia killed in UP STF encounter in Jharkhand
India | Mar 30, 2025, 12:08 AM ISTIn a major crackdown on Mukhtar Ansari's criminal network, UP STF and Jharkhand Police gunned down his sharpshooter, Anuj Kanojia, in a fierce encounter in Jamshedpur. Kanojia, carrying a Rs 2.5 lakh bounty, was wanted in multiple murder and extortion cases.
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Jharkhand: Security forces seize 28 IEDs, explosives, detonators in naxal-affected area
Jharkhand | Mar 29, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTSecurity forces in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district recovered 28 IEDs, explosives, and detonators from a Naxal hideout, neutralizing a major threat.
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Jharkhand BJP leader shot dead in broad daylight in Ranchi, accused arrested after police encounter
Jharkhand | Mar 27, 2025, 07:40 AM ISTFollowing the incident, the Bharatiya Janata Party leaders and workers held a protest and raised slogans against the state government. Political leaders also criticised Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren over the worsening law and order situation in the state.
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Jharkhand: Clash breaks out between two groups during Ram Navami procession in Hazaribagh
Jharkhand | Mar 26, 2025, 11:21 AM ISTAs per authorities, one group was playing some songs during the procession, which was objected to by the second group, resulting in a scuffle and stone pelting.
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Maiyan Samman Yojana: Jharkhand govt tightens rule, only these women to get benefits after March 31
Jharkhand | Mar 26, 2025, 07:21 AM ISTMaiyan Samman Yojana: The state government provides Rs 2,500 per month to more than 50 lakh women beneficiaries under the scheme.
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Jharkhand: Prisoner allegedly beaten in police custody dies during treatment
Jharkhand | Mar 23, 2025, 11:04 PM IST25-year-old prisoner was undergoing treatment at Ranchi's Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) since March 7.
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CRPF SI dies after IED blast in Jharkhand's Chaibasa, security operations intensify
Jharkhand | Mar 22, 2025, 07:46 PM ISTA CRPF Sub-Inspector from the 193rd battalion succumbed to injuries after an IED blast in Jharkhand’s Chaibasa. The explosion, suspected to be triggered by Maoists, injured two personnel. Security forces have intensified operations in the region.
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Jharkhand's Tribal Communities Oppose Flyover Near Sacred Site, Call for Bandh
News | Mar 22, 2025, 04:29 PM ISTTribal organisations in Ranchi, Jharkhand, called for a bandh, demanding the removal of the ramp constructed as part of the Siramtoli-Mecon Flyover project near Sarna Sthal.
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Ranchi bandh over flyover ramp near Sarna Sthal, tribal groups demand removal | Video
Jharkhand | Mar 22, 2025, 12:45 PM ISTTribal organisations in Ranchi called a bandh on Saturday demanding the removal of a ramp being built near the sacred Sarna Sthal at Siram Toli, as part of the Siram Toli-Mecon Flyover project. Disruptions were reported in areas like Lowadih, Kanke, and Birsa Chowk.
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Jharkhand records alarming spike in road accidents: Check data of last 4 years in state
Jharkhand | Mar 19, 2025, 02:27 PM ISTJharkhand's Transport Minister said the state recorded 19,551 accidents between 2021 and 2024, with speeding being the primary cause. The minister also said the government is trying to introduce road safety education in the school syllabus to create awareness among students.
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Massive fire breaks out at Indian Oil plant in Jharkhand's Deoghar, villages being evacuated
Jharkhand | Mar 18, 2025, 11:32 PM ISTA major fire broke out at the Indian Oil Corporation plant in Jasidih, Deoghar on Monday, engulfing the entire facility in flames. Authorities have launched an evacuation drive in nearby villages as firefighters continue to battle the blaze.
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Jharkhand's biggest tribal festival 'Sarhul' to be celebrated with zeal, asserts CM amid protests
Jharkhand | Mar 18, 2025, 03:07 PM ISTProtestors staged a 5 km-long "funeral procession" of tribal legislators in Ranchi against the flyover construction near the Sarna Sthal.
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Jharkhand: Four children burnt to death while playing near fire in Puwal, probe underway
Jharkhand | Mar 17, 2025, 03:06 PM ISTThe fire incident happened in Gitilipi village in the Jagannathpur police station area in Chaibasa around 11 am, police said, adding that a team has been sent to the spot for a detailed investigation.
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Jharkhand: 36-year-old man allegedly kills his three children, later dies by suicide
Jharkhand | Mar 16, 2025, 12:49 PM ISTIt is suspected that the man strangled his three children to death and then hanged himself, Superintendent of Police (SP) Bimal Kumar said after preliminary investigation.
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Clash during Holi procession in Jharkhand's Giridih, several injured, shops torched
Jharkhand | Mar 14, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTA clash broke out between two groups during a Holi procession in Jharkhand’s Giridih district, leaving several people injured and at least three shops reportedly torched. The incident occurred after one group objected to the procession passing through their locality.
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Jharkhand Cabinet approves joint recruitment rules, relaxes parameters for physical test
Jobs | Mar 12, 2025, 06:16 PM ISTThe Jharkhand government has relaxed the parameters for appearing in physical tests in any joint recruitment exam. Check details here.