Jharkhand

Missing twins case triggers political storm in Jharkhand; BJP alleges lapses in probe

June 13, 2026 12:21 pm

Nearly two weeks after three children, including 12-year-old twin, went missing from Ranchi, the BJP has alleged lapses in the police investigation and announced a torch rally.

At NITI Aayog meet, Soren seeks Centre’s support for new universities in Jharkhand

June 12, 2026 9:58 am

Addressing the meeting, Soren said rapid advances in AI, automation and the green economy were transforming the labour market and underscored the need to prepare young people for future jobs.

Despite Congress protest, NDA candidate's nomination cleared for Jharkhand Rajya Sabha race

June 11, 2026 4:01 am

The scrutiny of nomination papers was conducted on Tuesday for the three candidates in the fray.

Jharkhand numbers game in Rajya Sabha race heats up as BJP bets on Parimal Nathwani

June 09, 2026 2:50 am

While the ruling JMM's candidate Baidyanath Ram is set to win one Rajya Sabha seat, its ally Congress's nominee Pranav Jha faces a challenge from NDA-backed Gujarat businessman Nathwani for the second seat

Pregnant Dalit woman’s death shocks Bokaro as coal collection dispute turns deadly

June 01, 2026 2:05 am

BJP demands high-level probe, alleging cover-up in the death of 25-year-old Anita Devi

5 killed in lightning strikes in Jharkhand

May 30, 2026 11:36 am

Heavy rains, coupled with lightning strikes, lashed major parts of Jharkhand on Friday and continued on Saturday morning, which helped bring down the maximum temperature across the state.

Scattered books on roadside, ransom call from Kerala: 6-year search for teen puts spotlight back on Bokaro police

May 20, 2026 5:45 am

Case came under same police station that saw all 28 personnel suspended last month in connection with alleged inaction in another case of a missing minor

Despite top court raps, Jharkhand does not secure Saranda’s prized sal forests, jumbo herds

May 18, 2026 5:16 am

One of the country’s most significant sal forest landscapes, Saranda is a biodiversity hotspot. But deforestation and mining in the region have increasingly pushed elephant herds into neighbouring states.

Long lines at petrol pumps, teacher rides horse to go on Census duty in Jharkhand

May 18, 2026 5:13 am

He says he decided to ditch his motorcycle as petrol was not easily available in his locality in recent days

Food baskets, but at what cost: Jharkhand's HIV-thalassemia families want dignity, not just rations

May 17, 2026 5:02 am

High Court steps in to protect the children and their families, orders authorities to ensure they don’t face social boycott.

In Pictures | Assembly election results out, BJP smiling all the way

November 23, 2024 5:48 pm

A Red-Letter day for Bharatiya Janata Party as they sweep off a historic victory at Maharashtra assembly elections 2024, whereas, I.N.D.I.A bagging the majority at Jharkhand elections. At the bypolls count at several states of India, it was the smiles of respective party workers that conveyed the victory.

Trip out of Ranchi, boat ride: CM Soren's day out amid disqualification suspense

August 27, 2022 8:04 pm

Jharkhand's Deoghar gets a new airport: Here's how it looks like

July 12, 2022 2:22 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Rs 400–crore Deoghar airport in Jharkhand on Tuesday.

JAC Board 9th Result 2020: List of websites to check results

June 02, 2020 3:11 pm

JAC Jharkhand Board 9th Result 2020: Result available at www.jharresults.com, jac.nic.in, and jac.jharkhand.gov.in

Hemant Soren back as Jharkhand Chief Minister

December 31, 2019 8:41 am

JMM leader Hemant Soren took oath as the chief minister of Jharkhand for a second time at a grand ceremony attended by opposition leaders, in a show of unity. The 44-year-old tribal leader was sworn in as the 11th chief minister of the state by Governor Droupadi Murmu.

PDP workers celebrate victory in Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections

December 23, 2014 6:10 pm

Counting for the recently held Assembly elections is underway in the states of Jammu and Kashmir and Jharkhand.

Fifth phase of polling underway

April 17, 2014 4:01 pm

Moderate to brisk voting was on Thursday recorded in the first five hours of polling.

Modi says Congress' made a mess of Andhra bifurcation, just the way it did during Partition

June 22, 2020 6:21 pm

Looking back into history, Modi said, "three states were created even under former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee but they are functioning smoothly. Congress' handling of Andhra Pradesh bifurcation is a mess, just like the Partition of India and Pakistan".

In Jharkhand, Man Beaten Up, His House Set On Fire After Dead Cow Found Outside

June 22, 2020 6:59 pm

Police arrest Maoist woman commander in Jharkhand

March 01, 2016 7:12 am

Giridih, Jharkhand, Mar 01 (ANI): Police arrested a Maoist woman commander in Jharkhand giving a major blow to the extremist group in the region. Acting on a tip-off, police arrested Chandamuni Hansda from a bus station in Giridih district, who is wanted in murder of a senior police officer and other heinous crimes. The woman is believed to be member of core team of Maoist leader Hitesh in the Santhal-Pargana zone, which consists of six districts. Superintendent of Police, Akhilesh B Verier, called it was a big achievement for the police. Police said she was the founding member of the Maoist women’s wing in Santhal-Pargana.

Pooja Bhatt to recreate small sequence of 'Aashiqui' in 'Cabaret'

February 11, 2016 11:42 am

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt said she regrets her decision to not romance Rahul Roy in 90's musical hit 'Aashiqui' because she wanted to get married.With an intention to relive her missed opportunity, the actress is now reviving an epic sequence of 'Aashiqui' in the upcoming film 'Cabaret' with Rahul Roy and Richa Chaddha. Pooja also told media that she is all set to start the shoot of 'Jism 3' and it is going to be the boldest film of the industry so far.For now, Pooja is busy in the production of her upcoming film 'Cabaret' which stars Richa Chaddha in a lead role.'Cabaret', directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyog, traces the journey of a dancer who travels from Jharkhand before making to Mumbai.The film is schedule to hit the screens on May 6.

Looking sensuous in 'Cabaret' not a challenge for Richa Chaddha

February 11, 2016 11:41 am

New Delhi, Feb 11 (ANI): Bollywood actress Richa Chadda, who has won appreciation for her consistent portrayal of unconventional characters, is set to grab attention again with her sensuous avatar in an upcoming film 'Cabaret'.But the actress, who says that this role is more of an experiment, said she felt extremely comfortable in portrayal of her role in the film.Richa is playing the character of a dancer in 'Cabaret,' which is a story about a small town girl who gets success in Mumbai.'Cabaret', directed by Kaustav Narayan Niyog, will release on May 6.

Police seize 5,000 tortoise

January 13, 2016 9:31 am

Dumka, Jan 13 (ANI): The police seized thousands of tortoise from a lorry in Dumka district of Jharkhand. The police seized 75 sacks full of tortoise from the smugglers after they inspected the lorry at a check post on grounds of suspicion. However, the driver and his assistant managed to escape. Police official, Ajit Kumar, said there were at least 5,000 tortoise. I am still counting the number of tortoise but there are at least 5,000 to 7,000 of them. Around 107 tortoises were counted dead. The animals were given to the forest department and were released into a dam in Dumka district.

Jharkhand police bust Naxals' hideout in Khunti village

January 09, 2016 12:22 pm

Jharkhand, Jan 09 (ANI): The Jharkhand police on Saturday busted a Naxal hideout in Khunti village.The police have seized three rifles, cylinder bombs and more than 600 bullets.