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Jharkhand

Why BJP MP Is ‘Happy’ His Parents’ Votes Were Deleted; Nishikant Dubey Targets Congress Over EVM Debate
Jharkhand, Politics, State

Why BJP MP Is ‘Happy’ His Parents’ Votes Were Deleted; Nishikant Dubey Targets Congress Over EVM Debate

New Delhi/Godda:In a surprising remark during a Lok Sabha debate on electoral reforms, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey expressed happiness over his parents’ names being removed from the voter list. He used the moment to launch a sharp attack on the Congress over Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and the ongoing controversy around voter rolls. My Parents Live in Delhi, They Shouldn’t Vote in Bihar Dubey explained that under the SIR (Systematic Voter Education and Electoral Participation) process, his parents’ names were deleted from the Bihar voter list. He argued that this was both logical and justified, since they have been residing in Delhi and therefore hold no right to vote in Bihar. He emphasised that when a voter migrates to another state, removing their names from the original const...
Why Nishikant Dubey Lashed Out at Pappu Yadav During Debate on Bangladeshi Voters in Lok Sabha
Jharkhand, Politics, State

Why Nishikant Dubey Lashed Out at Pappu Yadav During Debate on Bangladeshi Voters in Lok Sabha

A heated exchange erupted in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday during a discussion on Electoral Reforms, when BJP MP Nishikant Dubey sharply reprimanded Purnia MP Pappu Yadav. The confrontation began after Dubey raised concerns over alleged attempts by Bangladeshi migrants to influence elections in Bihar. Dubey Questions 70-Year-Old’s Sudden Attempt to Become a Voter Narrating an incident from his tenure as in-charge of Bihar’s Pranpur constituency, Dubey said that a 70-year-old man named Tajimul approached officials to get his name added to the voters’ list. The Election Commission objected to the sudden application, prompting Dubey to question the legitimacy of such claims. “If he wasn’t a voter in 2020, 2015, 2010, or even 2005, then who is influencing elections in Bihar? Should our ele...
Jharkhand Assembly in Uproar Over MBBS Admissions and Sand Scam; Babulal Marandi Demands CBI Probe
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Assembly in Uproar Over MBBS Admissions and Sand Scam; Babulal Marandi Demands CBI Probe

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The third day of the Jharkhand Assembly session witnessed heated exchanges as the BJP raised serious allegations of irregularities in MBBS admissions and soaring sand prices. Former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi demanded a CBI investigation into the alleged scams. Supplementary Budget Presented The state government presented a supplementary budget of ₹7,721.25 crore for FY 2025-26. Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore tabled the budget, allocating ₹2,082.25 crore to the Women, Child Development, and Social Security Department, ₹1,324.82 crore to the Rural Works Department, and ₹729.75 crore to Health, Medical Education, and Family Welfare. Discussions on the budget dominated the Assembly proceedings. MBBS Admissions Scam Alleged Bab...
Trouble Deepens for Suspended IAS Vinay Chaubey in Jharkhand DA Scam
Jharkhand, State

Trouble Deepens for Suspended IAS Vinay Chaubey in Jharkhand DA Scam

Ranchi: The legal troubles of suspended IAS officer Vinay Chaubey are mounting as the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) continues its investigation into his alleged disproportionate assets (DA) case. On Sunday, the ACB questioned Chaubey’s wife, Swapna Sanchita, for the second time at their residence on Kanke Road, in the presence of senior ACB officials including the DIG and SP. The questioning focused on nearly ₹1.5 crore transactions between the accounts of Vinay Singh, owner of Nexgen Automobiles and accused in liquor and land scams, and Swapna Sanchita’s personal bank account between 2020 and 2023. Sources report that she provided evasive answers to most questions. She was previously interrogated by the ACB at her residence on December 3, 2025. Corruption and Illicit Wealth Allegatio...
Pakistani Glock Pistols & Azerbaijan Network: ATS Charge Sheet Reveals Stunning Details Against Mayank Singh
Jharkhand, State

Pakistani Glock Pistols & Azerbaijan Network: ATS Charge Sheet Reveals Stunning Details Against Mayank Singh

Ranchi: In a major breakthrough, the Jharkhand Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has uncovered an international arms trafficking network involving notorious gangster Mayank Singh, the No. 2 operative of slain gangster Aman Sahu’s gang. The ATS charge sheet reveals that the gang procured 13 Glock pistols from Pakistan via drones, exposing a cross-border criminal nexus extending from Pakistan to Azerbaijan and Europe. 13 Pakistan-Made Glock Pistols Smuggled via Drones Investigations confirmed that the Aman Sahu gang sourced a consignment of 13 Glock pistols from Pakistan. Six pistols have been recovered so far from Ranchi, Latehar, Palamu, and other districts, while seven weapons are suspected to still be in the possession of criminals. Glock pistols are highly sophisticated and prohibited...
Jharkhand MLA Jayram Mahto Raises Migrant Workers’ Deaths, Urges Government to Form Special Committee
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand MLA Jayram Mahto Raises Migrant Workers’ Deaths, Urges Government to Form Special Committee

Ranchi: During the Winter Session of the Jharkhand Assembly, MLA Jayram Mahto paid tribute to several prominent personalities who passed away since the last session, including actor Dharmendra, industrialist Gopichand Hinduja, and Pandit Channulal Mishra. He also raised the pressing issue of migrant workers’ deaths and delays in returning their bodies to families. Speaking on a condolence motion, Mahto acknowledged the loss of notable figures, including former MP Salauddin Ansari, industrialists Ramchandra Rungta and Gopichand Hinduja, and others. He also mentioned tragic incidents affecting ordinary citizens, such as CRPF personnel Milan Singh Rajput, who died in a bus accident in Udhampur, and multiple fatalities during festivals and road accidents across the country, including Bihar ...
Jharkhand MLA Jayram Mahto Raises Issue of Migrant Workers’ Deaths, Urges Government to Form Committee
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand MLA Jayram Mahto Raises Issue of Migrant Workers’ Deaths, Urges Government to Form Committee

Ranchi: During the winter session of the Jharkhand Assembly, MLA Jayram Mahto paid tribute to several prominent personalities who passed away recently, including actor Dharmendra, industrialist Gopichand Hinduja, and Pandit Channulal Mishra. He also raised the critical issue of migrant workers’ deaths and the delays in returning their bodies to families. Tributes and Condolences Speaking on the condolence motion, Mahto acknowledged the loss of various dignitaries, politicians, artists, and public servants. He mentioned the deaths of former MP Salauddin Ansari from Godda, industrialists Ramchandra Rungta and Gopichand Hinduja, and others. He also remembered the tragic death of CRPF personnel Milan Singh Rajput, who fell into a gorge in Udhampur, Kashmir, and cited multiple incidents a...
Five-Day Winter Session of Jharkhand Assembly Commences
Jharkhand, State

Five-Day Winter Session of Jharkhand Assembly Commences

Ranchi: The five-day winter session of the Jharkhand Assembly commenced today, Friday, December 5, at 11 a.m. and will continue until December 11. Prior to the start of the session, Assembly Speaker Ravindranath Mahto convened an all-party meeting to ensure smooth and productive proceedings in the House. Leaders including Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi, and other senior representatives attended the meeting. Following the initial condolence references on the first day, the House proceedings will resume on Monday, as Saturday and Sunday are non-working days. Consequently, this winter session will span only five working days. Speaker Appeals for CooperationDuring the all-party meeting, Speaker Mahto urged leaders from all parties to cooperate in co...
Jharkhand High Court Takes Stern View on PESA Act, Seeks Government Response; Ban on Sand and Minor Mineral Allocation Stays
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand High Court Takes Stern View on PESA Act, Seeks Government Response; Ban on Sand and Minor Mineral Allocation Stays

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The Jharkhand High Court has taken a strict stance against the state government over delays in implementing the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996 (PESA Act). While hearing a contempt petition filed for non-implementation of the law, the court directed the government to submit an affidavit stating the exact timeline for enforcement of the PESA Act. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Rajesh Shankar expressed displeasure over the state’s failure to notify the PESA rules, despite a previous court directive on 29 July 2024. The court emphasized that the government must clearly indicate how much time it will take to implement the law and the steps involved. Court Maintains Ban on Mineral Allocation During the h...
Ranchi ODI: ‘Mystery Girl’ Steals Spotlight After Kohli’s Century
Jharkhand, State

Ranchi ODI: ‘Mystery Girl’ Steals Spotlight After Kohli’s Century

Ranchi, 1 Dec 2025: India secured a thrilling 17-run victory over South Africa in the first ODI at JSCA Stadium, Ranchi, on Sunday. While Virat Kohli’s magnificent 135-run century dominated the headlines, a young woman in the stands stole the show with her animated reaction to the batting maestro’s innings. Viral Reaction Steals HeartsAs Kohli reached his century, a ‘mystery girl’ was captured on camera clasping her hands to her cheeks in sheer delight. The clip of her adorable reaction quickly went viral, becoming the talk of social media and winning the admiration of cricket fans across the country. Meet the ‘Mystery Girl’ – Riya VermaThe woman has been identified as Riya Verma, a popular YouTuber and social media influencer. She boasts over 300,000 subscribers on YouTube and aroun...