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Jan 14, 2026

Dhanbad Police Active In Search Of Two Children Missing From Ranchi, Search Operation Continued Throughout The Night

Dhanbad Police has also become active in search of Ansh Kumar Rai and Anshika Kumari, who went missing on January 2, 2026 from Dhurva, Ranchi. On a tip-off, a raid was conducted in Kathgola, Kenduadih, however no concrete success was achieved. Police have received some important inputs, on the basis of which investigation is going on in other areas of the city also. Police are expecting positive results soon.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 14, 2026

JMM Announces High Level Delegation To Assam, Will Study The Cultural-social Condition Of Tribals

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha JMM has formed a high-level delegation on the instructions of Chief Minister Hemant Soren to study the cultural, social and economic condition of tribals in Assam. General Secretary Vinod Pandey said that a four-member team including MP Vijay Hansda will visit Assam within 10 days and submit its report to Speaker Hemant Soren.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 13, 2026

Jharkhand: The Department Became Rich As Soon As The Sale Of Liquor Went Into Private Hands, Earned Rs 1412 Crore In Three Months

After the start of retail sale of liquor in private hands in Jharkhand from September 1, 2025, the revenue of the excise department has increased rapidly. Revenue of Rs 1412 crore was achieved in three months, which is 105 more than the target. With this the department is expected to achieve the revenue target of Rs 3885.11 crore for the current financial year. Sales have increased due to people getting the liquor of their choice.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 13, 2026

Tayo Colony Murder Case: Addiction To Mobile Games Made The Son A 'devil', Brutally Murdered The Father And Chopped Off His Private Parts

A heart-wrenching incident has come to light in Tayo Colony, Gamharia, Jharkhand. Mansa Das, a son addicted to mobile games, brutally murdered his 55-year-old father Ramnath Das with a sharp weapon 'Dawali'. He attacked his father several times on his head and body, crushed his face and also cut his private parts. The police arrested the accused from the spot and also recovered the weapon.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 13, 2026

Jharkhand BJP President's Decision Taken... PN Singh, Ravindra Rai, Amar Bauri, Anant Ojha Members Of National Council.

The organizational elections of Jharkhand BJP are in the final stage, in which Aditya Sahu is going to become the state president. Former Dhanbad MP PN Singh and former minister Amar Kumar Bauri will be made members of the National Council. The nomination process was completed in the presence of Union Minister Jual Oraon. There will be a formal announcement of Aditya Sahu's election as president on Wednesday, along with which the National Council members will also be announced.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 13, 2026

Chinese Manjha Cuts The Thread Of Life... Do Not Use It, Dhanbad Police Appeals And Gives Strict Warning

Dhanbad Police has issued a strict warning against the use of Chinese Manjha before Makar Sankranti 2026. Police have appealed to the citizens that this manja is not only a legal offense but is also fatal for humans and birds. This proves to be extremely dangerous for two-wheeler drivers. The police have called for using safe threads and taking strict action against those keeping or using Chinese manja.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 13, 2026

Big Shock In Jharkhand Civic Elections: These People Will No Longer Be Able To Contest, Commission Tightens Screws

Jharkhand State Election Commission has imposed strict rules for the 2026 municipal elections. Under these rules, many potential candidates will be debarred from contesting the elections. The main reasons are age limit, rule of more than two children, continuous absence from meetings, absconding in criminal cases and not giving details of election expenses. Those who do not pay outstanding taxes or rent will also be disqualified, due to which many contenders will be eliminated even before the elections.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 13, 2026

Mourning On Makar Sakranti: General Secretary Of Bishtupur Ram Temple Passes Away, Warrior Of Telugu Society Passes Away

S., General Secretary of Bishtupur Ram Temple, Jamshedpur and a prominent pillar of Jharkhand Telugu society. Venkat Durga Prasad Sharma died of a heart attack on Tuesday. There is deep grief in the Telugu society over his sudden demise, which has been described as an irreparable loss of a seasoned warrior. All programs of Makar Sankranti have been postponed. His last rites will be held at Parvati Ghat on Wednesday.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 13, 2026

Sand Will Be Cheaper In Jharkhand: Auction Process Of More Than 400 Ghats Accelerated, Dates Released For Simdega And Lohardaga.

After the implementation of PESA rules in Jharkhand, the auction process of sand ghats has intensified. A total of 444 ghats are being prepared for auction, which is expected to make sand cheaper. E-auction of 14 ghats will be held in Simdega on January 22 and 13 ghats in Lohardaga on February 4. After the ban imposed by Jharkhand High Court is lifted, now the district administration will complete the allotment expeditiously.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 13, 2026

Youth Congress Served In Dhanbad On Priyanka Gandhi's Birthday, Cake Was Cut In Old Age Home.

On the birthday of Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Jharkhand Pradesh Youth Congress organized a service program at Lalmani Old Age Ashram in Tundi, Dhanbad. Under the leadership of State President Kumar Gaurav and District President Aditya Anand, the cake was cut and food was distributed along with the elderly people. Youth Congress said that this program strengthens the Congress' ideology of standing with the last man in the society, which is inspired by the fighting leadership of Priyanka Gandhi.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 13, 2026

Soma Munda Murder Case: No Arrest In Tribal Society, Call For Jharkhand Bandh On January 17<br/>

Tributes were paid to late Padha king Soma Munda in Khunti. Leaders of many tribal organizations including Abu Jharkhand Party participated in the meeting. The speakers described Soma Munda as a pro-people leader and held land brokers responsible for his murder. Expressing anger over the non-arrest, the Tribal Coordination Committee has called for a Jharkhand bandh on January 17, demanding justice.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 13, 2026

Medha Dairy Will Double Milk Production In Next Three Years, Target Of Capacity Of 5 Lakh Liters Per Day In Jharkhand

Medha Dairy is preparing to double its milk production capacity in Jharkhand to 5 lakh liters per day in the next three years. For this, milk powder and modern production plants are being established in Hotwar, Ranchi. There will also be expansion in new districts like Seraikela-Kharsawan and Chatra. This initiative will empower local farmers and provide a new impetus to the dairy sector in the state.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 12, 2026

Dhanbad Police Tightens Its Grip On Prince Khan's Network, First 30 Now Raided On 12 Locations

Dhanbad Police is continuously taking action to break the organized network of notorious criminal Prince Khan. After the first 30 locations were raided, now 12 more locations were raided. During this, land documents, Rs 2.5 lakh in cash and mobile phones were seized, and five people were detained for questioning. The police aim to trace the illegal investments and financial transactions of the gang, which operates from Dubai.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 12, 2026

Jamshedpur: Indefinite Movement Of Displaced People In Narvapahar Uranium Project, Mines Gate Jammed, Production Affected

The displaced people of UCIL's Narvapahad Uranium Project have started an indefinite agitation from Monday. They blocked the mine gate, affecting uranium production. Talks with the management failed, as the displaced are demanding generational jobs and employment for the dependents of the deceased as per the 2014 and 2023 agreements. The agitators are firm on their demands, and contract workers will also join the strike from Tuesday.

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Md Amir

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Jan 12, 2026

Rise Above Caste And Work For Hindutva; RSS Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Expressed Concern Over Increasing Mobile Addiction Among Youth.

RSS Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale called upon the Hindu community in Ranchi to leave caste discrimination and unite for Hindutva. He expressed concern over the increasing drug addiction and mobile addiction among the youth. Hosabale also threw light on problems like religious conversion, illegal infiltration, love jihad and said poverty and illiteracy were the main reasons for religious conversion. He appealed to all to work together for social harmony and 'ghar wapsi'.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 12, 2026

In Vande Bharat Sleeper, There Is No Hassle Of Just Confirmed Ticket, Waiting And RAC; Check Fare And Route Here

Indian Railways will soon start Vande Bharat Sleeper train, in which only confirmed tickets will be available. There will be no hassle of waiting or RAC. Prime Minister Modi can flag off the first train on Howrah-Guwahati route on January 17. There will be quota for women, disabled and senior citizens. Third AC fare is lower than Rajdhani, fixed at Rs 2,299 from Howrah to Kamakhya.

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Md Amir

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Jan 12, 2026

Governor Gives Approval To Conduct Jharkhand Civic Elections, Voting In February

Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar has approved the proposal of the State Election Commission to conduct municipal elections in Jharkhand. Elections will be held in 48 municipal bodies in February, which will be conducted through ballot paper in one phase. Notification is likely to be issued on January 27, and elections are likely to be held on February 25-26. The High Court had directed to hold elections by 31 March. The Commission has completed preparations for the elections.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 12, 2026

Jharkhand JACK Pre-Board Exam Dates Announced: Matric, Inter, 9th, 11th Students Take Note

Dhanbad Education Department has announced the second Pre-Board for better results in Matric and Intermediate Board Examination of Jharkhand Academic Council. It will start from January 15. The first pre-board examination of classes 9th and 11th will also be conducted from this day. According to DEO Abhishek Jha, the exam will be held in two shifts on January 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22 and the results will be declared on January 24.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 12, 2026

New Rules For Vehicle Fitness In Jharkhand, Owners Will Have To Travel To Ranchi-Hazaribagh

There has been a change in the fitness rules of vehicles in Jharkhand. Now old vehicles will have to be tested at the private Automated Testing Station ATS instead of the District Transport Office. There are only four ATS in the state, due to which vehicle owners from districts like Ramgarh, Bokaro will have to travel an additional 120-130 km to Ranchi or Hazaribagh. This will increase both time and expense, especially for heavy vehicle owners.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 12, 2026

Speed havoc In Palamu: Direct Collision Between Scorpio And Bike, Painful Death Of Two Friends

Two youths died in a horrific road accident on Panki main road in Palamu on Sunday night. Bharat Sao and Beas Yadav of Nuru village lost their lives in a direct collision between a speeding Scorpio and a bike near Pipra Konwai. The Scorpio driver is seriously injured. There is mourning in the village of the deceased due to this incident, and the police is investigating.

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Rohan Gupta

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