Jharkhand

Ranchi, 1 Dec 2025: In a tragic incident, Shankar Narayan P. Badri (69), the owner of the popular Kuppuswami restaurant in Ranchi, was found dead at his residence in Jagatpuram on Monday morning. Preliminary reports suggest that he may have taken his own life. Suspected Suicide Due to Financial StressPolice officials stated that Shankar Narayan, originally from Kerala, was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan in one of the rooms of his home. The Kanke Police, led by Officer-in-Charge Prakash Rajak, confirmed that the incident appears to be linked to severe financial stress. Initial investigations indicate that Narayan was suffering from depression due to a heavy debt burden. Authorities are currently searching for a suicide note to confirm the circumstances. Family Business Backgrou...

Chatra, 2 Dec 2025: In a shocking incident from Jharkhand, a woman allegedly conspired with her lover to abduct and murder her husband. The husband was lured into a forest under false pretenses and killed on the spot. Crime DetailsThe incident occurred in the Chatra district, where authorities revealed on Monday that the woman, along with her lover and an accomplice, had allegedly carried out the crime. The deceased has been identified as Sanju Bharti (35), a resident of Hiring village in the Hunterganj police jurisdiction. His body was recovered from the Sanghri Valley forest on Sunday evening. Arrests and InvestigationPolice officials confirmed that two suspects, including the wife, Rita Kumari (30), and an accomplice, Rishu Kumar (28), have been arrested. Sanju’s brother, Sanjay B...

Ranchi, 2 Dec 2025: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out a major operation on Tuesday morning against Naresh Kejriwal, a well-known Chartered Accountant (CA) and alleged hawala operator from Jharkhand, in connection with unreported overseas assets. ED teams simultaneously raided a total of 15 locations across Ranchi, Mumbai, and Surat, starting at 6 a.m. Sources confirmed that Kejriwal has been handling the financial affairs of several prominent politicians. The action comes following allegations of illegal overseas investments and violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). In Ranchi, the ED focused on Kejriwal’s office located in the Church Complex, along with his residential properties. Officials noted that this marks the first FEMA-related raid in Jharkhand ...

Medininagar, Palamu: In a shocking case of criminal conspiracy, a government school teacher in Jharkhand’s Palamu district has been arrested for allegedly plotting the murder of the husband of a female cook at his school. Police also apprehended three hired criminals, preventing a major crime. Illegal Relationship Sparks ConspiracyThe accused, identified as Satyadev Vishwakarma (50), allegedly wanted to pursue an illegal relationship with the school’s midday meal cook. Her husband reportedly stood in the way of his advances. According to Superintendent of Police Reshma Rameshan, the cook frequently complained to her husband about Vishwakarma’s behavior. The teacher and the husband had previously been involved in arguments and scuffles over this matter. Hired Hitmen Apprehended Before...

Ranchi: With the onset of colder weather, Jharkhand’s reservoirs and wetlands have once again come alive with the vibrant sights and sounds of migratory birds. Every year, thousands of birds escape extreme winter conditions in their native regions—Central Asia, the Himalayan region, Mongolia, and the Tibetan Plateau—and make Jharkhand their winter sanctuary. Seeking Shelter in State’s Water BodiesAccording to Satyaprakash, Jharkhand coordinator for the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC), these birds take refuge in reservoirs, lakes, rivers, and wildlife sanctuaries during winter, primarily for food and protection from severe cold in their native habitats. Udhwa Sanctuary a Favorite DestinationThe birds have started arriving at various water bodies, including Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary (Sahe...

Ranchi: A delegation from the Jharkhand Tribal Students’ Union met Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Jual Oram, on Sunday and submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting pressing issues faced by the tribal community in the state. The delegation brought the minister’s attention to critical concerns regarding scholarships, reservation, education, and development during a program held in Ranchi and urged immediate action. Tribal Population Underrepresented Despite Resource RichnessThe memorandum highlighted that while Jharkhand holds nearly 40% of India’s total mineral wealth, approximately 26.3% of the state’s tribal population remains deprived of their rightful share in education, employment, and budgetary allocations. The delegation pointed out that several reserved positions for S...

Koderma: A shocking case of medical negligence has come to light at Koderma Sadar Hospital, Jharkhand, turning a family’s joy into trauma. Khushboo Kumari, a resident of Rajdhanbar in Giridih district, reportedly had surgical gauze left inside her abdomen during a C-section performed by Dr. Abdul Rahman on July 11, 2025, putting her life at risk and rendering her unable to conceive in the future. Three Months Later, Pain Reveals the TruthKhushboo delivered a healthy baby and returned home in high spirits. However, after about three months, she began experiencing severe abdominal pain. Following medical advice in Gaya, an ultrasound revealed the horrifying truth: surgical gauze had been left inside her abdomen during the initial operation. Doctors warned that immediate surgery was necess...

Ranchi: Over the past 24 hours, Jharkhand experienced dry weather across the state, with no rainfall reported in any region. Maximum and minimum temperatures remained largely unchanged during this period. Gumla Records Coldest Night, Chaibasa Warmest DayChaibasa recorded the highest temperature at 29.8°C, which is 3.7°C above normal, while Gumla experienced the coldest minimum temperature at 8.3°C. Most parts of the state saw only minor fluctuations in maximum temperatures, ranging between -2°C and +2°C from normal levels. Bokaro reported a slight dip in minimum temperature, 2.7°C below normal. No rainfall was recorded anywhere in the state over the last 24 hours. Weather Outlook: Foggy Mornings, Clear AfternoonsAccording to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Jharkhand’s weat...

Ranchi: In a major health initiative, the Jharkhand government has launched a comprehensive plan to make the state free from serious blood disorders like Thalassemia and Sickle Cell disease. As part of this program, mandatory screening will be conducted for every resident, and the government will bear the entire cost of treatment for affected individuals. Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari emphasized the need for accurate data collection, noting that currently there is no precise record of patients suffering from Thalassemia or Sickle Cell disease in any district of the state. This lack of data has been a significant challenge for the state’s healthcare system, unlike most other states in India, which maintain extensive records of such conditions. State to Cover Full Treatment CostsTo ...

Chaibasa, 28 Nov 2025: A tragic incident occurred in the Naxal-affected Saranda forest of Kolhan, West Singhbhum, when an IED planted by Naxals exploded, killing an 18-year-old girl and injuring two women. The blast took place in Kolbonga area under Jaraikela police station. The victims, all residents of Kolbonga village, had gone to the forest to collect Siali leaves when they encountered the explosion around 2 PM. The deceased has been identified as 18-year-old Phulo Dhanwar, while the injured are 28-year-old Salami Kundalna and 35-year-old Birsi Dhanwar. According to reports, the blast was so powerful that Phulo Dhanwar was thrown nearly 10 feet into the air and died instantly upon falling. The injured women were taken to the village by locals and later admitted to Manoharpur Heal...