Changes in weather will continue before Holi in Dhanbad. Two western disturbances will be active in the next seven days, due to which the chill will increase again at night. A new disturbance on February 13 may drop the minimum temperature by 10 degrees. Cold will return before Shivratri, while fog will continue in the morning.
Coal India Director Dr. Vinay Ranjan held a meeting on the proposed strike in the coal sector on 12 February 2026. He issued detailed guidelines to maintain production and supply. The rule of 'no work, no pay' will be applicable to those taking part in the strike, while the workers coming to work will get complete security. Instructions have been given to keep essential services running smoothly and to continue communication with labor organizations.
Congress district presidents of Jharkhand were given a one-day training under the organization creation program in New Delhi. The objective of this program was to strengthen the organizational structure and effective leadership capacity. Many senior leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge participated in it. The training focused on connecting with workers at the grassroots level and strengthening democratic values.
Jharkhand Academic Council JAC has changed the dates of examinations of many classes due to the proposed municipal elections in the state. Intermediate, 11th, 8th and 9th exams will now be held in March instead of February or on revised dates. There will be no impact on the matriculation examination. This change is a relief for the students.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari assured the Central Government of the state's commitment to eliminate filariasis by 2027. He said this during the virtual launch of the Mass Drug Administration MDA campaign. Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviewed the initiative and called for public participation. The campaign targets 1.75 crore people in 14 districts, with an aim to ensure 95% drug consumption to achieve elimination.
350 foreign nationals have been identified as living illegally in Jharkhand. The Central Extradition Bureau has received the report, after which the process of their verification and repatriation will begin. The visas of most of them have expired. Union Home Secretary will soon come to Jharkhand for review. Foreigner Identification Portal has been implemented in all the districts of the state so that prompt action can be taken.
Dhanbad student Rishika Bharatiya has made a smart baby monitoring band for the safety of children. This AI-based band sends alerts to the parents' mobile if the child falls, has fever or cries. It also has location tracking, which notifies if the child goes out of the prescribed range. This innovation is a boon for working parents and has been selected in the state level Inspire Award.
A passenger bus collided with a truck on NH-16 in Kharagpur rural police station area of West Medinipur on Tuesday afternoon. 15 passengers were injured in this accident, who have been admitted to the hospital. This incident took place in Khadigedia area of Sankua zone, when the bus went out of control due to loss of balance of the driver. According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred during an attempt to overtake. Police have started investigation.
After the revelations of Dainik Jagran, Raj Bhavan has taken cognizance of the organized beggar gang in Sarle Maidan of Hazaribagh. The district administration has constituted an investigation team, which is scanning the Aadhaar cards of people living in slums. Investigation revealed that the people here are from Rajasthan, UP and Bihar and not local. A warning has been given of strict action against children begging.
HEC, which is facing financial crisis, is preparing a proposal to sell its 500 acres of land to Smart City. The company is expected to get approximately Rs 5500 crore from this sale, which will be used to clear employee dues and modernisation. Permission is awaited from the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Jharkhand Government, because no new economic package will be received from the Centre.
Villagers created ruckus after a loving couple was caught at Aarti Hotel in Kanchanadih, Nirsa. He demanded closure of the hotel. MLA Arup Chatterjee pacified the villagers. The police detained the hotel owner Pankaj Singh, Omkar Singh and manager Vikas Singh along with the loving couple. Villagers allege that unethical activities in the hotel are spoiling the atmosphere.
Emotional appeal rather than development dominates Mango Municipal Corporation elections. Former minister Banna Gupta cried on the stage for his wife, while suspended Congress leader Zeba Khan spoke emotionally, alleging injustice. This election has shifted from issues to an arena of tears and personal allegations of leaders, which has brought a new twist in the politics of Jamshedpur. The public will decide on 27th February.
IRCTC has started e-pantry service in mail-express trains on the lines of Rajdhani and Duronto. Now passengers with e-tickets will be able to pre-book food and drinks during the journey. This facility is available in 25 pairs of trains, including Purva and Purushottam Express, which have pantry cars. Passengers can get their favorite food delivered at their seats, eliminating vendor complaints and also digitally monitored.
In Kumardungi, West Singhbhum, a widow woman was fatally attacked by her cousin brother-in-law by slitting her throat. The woman is seriously injured in this incident due to her refusal to have illicit relations and is admitted in Chaibasa Sadar Hospital. The incident took place on Saturday night, which was hidden for two days. Police are searching for accused Sagar Tiriya, who is absconding.
Police Headquarters has issued instructions to all Zonal IGs, Range DIGs and SPs for the successful conduct of the budget session of Jharkhand Assembly. Officials have been asked to remain updated on crime and statistics, as information may have to be given at any time during the session. Instructions have also been given to set up a cell for quick response and to keep review reports of important cases ready.
Rolling block has been taken for railway line repair in Adra division of South Eastern Railway from 9 to 15 February. Due to this, 6 trains have been completely canceled while the routes of 10 trains have been changed or short terminated. This decision will affect thousands of passengers from Jharkhand, Bihar and West Bengal. Passengers have been advised to seek information on helpline number 139 to avoid inconvenience.
Police raided a liquor party in Ektara Mohanpur Mudhi Mill of Narayanpur police station area. During the raid, a stampede broke out and people who were drinking alcohol started running away. Police caught Nageshwar Mandal, whose hand was fractured while escaping. Police seized a scooter and three bikes. In this action taken on secret information, although no girl was found, consumption of alcohol was confirmed. Nageshwar was released for treatment.
There was fierce pushing and fighting between workers and other people at the election office of BJP supported candidate Bernali Bauri located on Nehru Road in Chirkunda. Women were also pushed in this. Many leaders including BJP Rural District President Mohan Kumbhkar were present. The police intervened and pacified the matter. A video of the incident is also going viral, although no complaint has been filed.
Playback singer Benny Dayal enthralled the audience with his performance at the annual techno-cultural program 'Srijan' of IIT Dhanbad. She enthralled the audience with songs like Locha Ae Ulfat and Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gayi. There were 33 competitions in the three-day Srijan, in which Shantanu Ghosh became Mr Srijan and Pushpanjali Miss Srijan. Benny Dayal's energy enthralled the students.
Adampur team registered victory in the inaugural match