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Jan 21, 2026

There Was Firing On The Police, Three Maoists Were Sentenced To 10 Years Imprisonment

The court of Additional Justice AK Tiwari has sentenced three Maoists, Samuel Hassa, Chambra Munda and Birsa Munda, to 10 years imprisonment each in the case of firing on police. A fine of Rs 42-42 thousand was also imposed on all three. The incident took place in Sogod village of Namkum, where they were demanding levy from the road contractor. One Maoist was injured in police retaliatory action, after which all three were arrested.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 21, 2026

JAC Board: 8th, 9th And 11th Examinations Will Start In February, Questions Will Be Asked On OMR Sheets.

Jharkhand Academic Council JAC has released the detailed schedule of annual examinations of classes 8th, 9th and 11th for the academic session 2025-26. These examinations will be held in February 2026 on OMR sheets. The exams for class 8th will start on 24th February, for class 9th from 28th February and for class 11th from 25th February. Students will get additional 15 minutes to read the question paper. Instructions have been given to download the admit card on time.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 21, 2026

Job Will Be Lost On Complaint Of Extortion In Mayiya Samman Yojana Verification, DC Warns

Deputy Commissioner Karna Satyarthi gave a strong warning on corruption in the verification of Chief Minister Mayiya Samman Yojana in Jamshedpur. He directed the officials to complete the verification of more than one lakh pending beneficiaries in mission mode. Besides, emphasis was also laid on the upliftment of Sabar tribe and physical verification of vacant hostels. Asked to speed up development works by creating coordination between departments.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 21, 2026

Hearing In High Court On Reservation Roster Dispute, Response Sought From State Government And Election Commission

Jharkhand High Court heard the reservation roster dispute for the posts of Mayor and President in urban body elections. The petitioner termed the roster determination as unconstitutional. The court has sought answers from the state government and the Election Commission. There are special controversies regarding reservation in cities like Dhanbad and Giridih. The next hearing will be held on January 29, which may impact the election process. The Election Commission is preparing to issue the notification.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 21, 2026

CM Hemant Represented Jharkhand In Davos, Gave A New Dimension To Global Partnership On Energy And Sustainable Development.

Chief Minister Hemant Soren represented Jharkhand at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He participated in global dialogues on energy, sustainable development and regional leadership. The Chief Minister held important discussions with international policy makers and investors, with emphasis on renewable energy and sustainable economic growth. He underlined Jharkhand's efforts to balance industrial growth with environmental responsibility, which reflects the state's commitment to clean energy and inclusive growth.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 20, 2026

Highest Package Of Rs 2.44 Crore Received In IIT Kharagpur, More Than 1000 Offers In Two Days

The Career Development Center of IIT Kharagpur has achieved resounding success in the first phase of the 2025-26 placement session. Despite global challenges, students received 1501 offers, including 457 PPOs. The maximum CTC stood at Rs 2.44 crore, and five students got domestic packages worth more than Rs 2 crore. Top companies like Apple, Google participated, which shows confidence in the talent of the institute.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 20, 2026

Nabin BJP's Conch Sound: Celebration In Jamshedpur On Nitin Nabin Becoming BJP National President, Lots Of Gulal Flowed.

Workers celebrated vigorously in Jamshedpur when Nitin Nabin became the BJP National President. A victory procession took place in Sakchi, gulal was applied and sweets were distributed. Newly elected District President Sanjeev Sinha called it a victory of internal democracy. In Bagbeda, under the leadership of Mandal President Ashwini Tiwari, service work was also done by distributing blankets to the elderly and disabled people, courtesy of MP Bidyut Baran Mahato.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

Bulldozers Will Run On Illegal Constructions In Jamshedpur; Akshay Gave 7 Days Ultimatum To 24 Building Owners

After the tough stance of Jharkhand High Court, Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee JNAC has come into action mode. After completion of investigation of 24 illegal buildings, a final notice of 7 days has been given to the owners. If the illegal construction is not removed within the stipulated time, JNAC will remove the encroachment by using bulldozers and will also recover the cost of demolition from the owners.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

Now Pure Water Will Be Available In Jamshedpur: 'Chlorine Dioxide Plant' Started, Danger Of Gas Leakage Will End.

Tata Steel Utilities & Infrastructure Services Ltd TSUISL inaugurated state-of-the-art Chlorine Dioxide Plant at Sakchi Water Works in Jamshedpur. This new technology eliminates the risk of traditional chlorine gas leakage and purifies water more effectively. This will provide better quality, safe drinking water to the city residents, whose taste and smell will also improve. This is an important step for public health.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 20, 2026

Cruelty Captured In Video: Dog Beaten To Death In Ranchi, One Went To Jail, Two Minors Caught

A case of a dog being brutally beaten to death has come to light in Dhurva police station area of Ranchi. A complaint was lodged on the basis of a viral video on social media. Taking prompt action, the police arrested the main accused Deepu Singh and sent him to jail, while two minors have been sent to a juvenile home. The search for other accused involved in this inhuman act is going on.

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Md Amir

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Jan 20, 2026

Mother And Daughter Died Under Suspicious Circumstances In Garhwa; Mother's Side Accused Of Murder

Mother Aasmin Khatoon and eight-year-old daughter Anni Fatima died under suspicious circumstances in Kamat village of Majhiyanv. People are shocked by these deaths that occurred within a span of four hours. The maternal side has alleged a planned murder due to a family dispute. Police have sent the bodies for post-mortem and further action will be taken after the report comes.

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Md Amir

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Jan 20, 2026

Good News For BSL Officers, Applications Invited For Preferred B-type Accommodation

Deputy General Manager and senior officers of Bokaro Steel Plant will get preferred B-type accommodation. You can apply online from 27 to 29 January 2026. A total of 24 houses will be allotted on the basis of priority list by the end of February. Officials can opt for a maximum of 10 residences. Current B-type residence holders can also apply for a change.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

CBI May Enter Liquor Scam Case In Jharkhand Soon, Gathering Information

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) may soon enter the Jharkhand liquor scam case. Almost a year after the FIR lodged by Raipur EOW, CBI has started collecting information. The ED is already investigating the case under PMLA, alleging loss of crores of rupees due to change in product policy and illegal liquor supply. Suspects like Prem Prakash are also under investigation.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 20, 2026

National Level Residential School Will Open In Bokaro, Quality Education Will Be Provided On KISS Bhubaneswar Model.

A national level residential school will be established in Bokaro on the lines of KISS Bhubaneswar. This decision was taken on the initiative of Deputy Commissioner Ajay Nath Jha on the instructions of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. BSL will provide 25-30 acres of land. It aims to provide quality education, residential facilities and skill training to tribal, rural and underprivileged children.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

Union Minister Seeks Proposal For Construction Of Old Age Homes In All Districts Of Jharkhand, Also Gives Assurance On OBC Scholarship

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale has sought proposals from the Jharkhand government to construct old age homes in all the districts, so that the elderly can have a dignified life. He emphasized on Drug Free India campaign and assured to release the pending scholarship of OBC students soon. Athawale announced the new state working committee of RPI Athawale and talked about installing the statue of Baba Saheb Ambedkar in Maithon Dam.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 20, 2026

Now We Cannot Afford The Treatment... Relatives Abandoned The Innocent Newborn.

A newborn baby girl was abandoned by her family at Asrafi Hospital in Dhanbad because they could not afford the treatment. The girl, born on January 9, is seriously ill and is on a ventilator. The family left the hospital on 16 January. The hospital management has informed the Child Welfare Committee and the police, and has also requested to send the girl to another hospital for better treatment.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

There Is Excitement In Jharkhand About The New Chapter Of BJP, The Process Of Congratulations Started Even Before The Name Was Announced.

It is considered certain that Nitin Nabin will become the new national president of BJP, the formal announcement of which will be made soon. There is tremendous enthusiasm among BJP leaders and workers in Jharkhand due to this news. Many leaders including Godda MP Nishikant Dubey and Dhanbad MLA Raj Sinha have congratulated him. Party's national returning officer K. Laxman said that only Nitin Nabin's nomination has been proposed.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

Ranchi: School Development Grant Amount Not Received In Academic Session 2025-26, Problems Increased

Primary schools of Ranchi have not received school development fund in the current financial year. Due to this, teachers have to spend from their own pockets, due to which there is a shortage of teaching materials and basic facilities. The condition of many schools has become dilapidated, due to which the education of the students is being affected. The problems of teachers have increased, while the department is careless.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 19, 2026

JEE Main First Phase Examinations Start From Tomorrow, Exam Dates Of Many Students Changed, Questions On NTA

JEE Main first phase examinations are starting from January 21 in Jamshedpur. 6000 students will participate in it. Admit cards of some students were not downloaded as their exam dates were changed from January 21-24 to January 28-29. Students are confused due to lack of any information from NTA. The examination will continue in two shifts till January 29.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 19, 2026

Look Out Notice Issued Against Liquor Businessman Naveen Kedia, ACB Action In Jharkhand Liquor Scam

ACB has issued a look out notice against Chhattisgarh businessman Naveen Kedia in the Jharkhand liquor scam case. Kedia was caught in Goa, but absconded after getting transit bail. ACB is now trying to arrest him and will seek permission to attach the property if he fails to appear. He is accused of supplying low quality liquor.

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Aarav Sharma

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