Molten Iron Spill Reported at Bokaro Steel Plant’s SMS-1 Unit, No Casualties
A minor accident occurred at Bokaro Steel Plant’s SMS-1 unit when molten iron spilled due to a punctured ladle during B-shift operations. Officials confirmed no injuries or major damage, and the faulty ladle was sent for repair. The incident follows a fatal accident in late September, raising renewed concerns over safety measures at the steel plant.
Jharkhand Chief Secretary Orders Strict Action Against Illegal Sand, Coal and Stone Mining
Chief Secretary Avinash Kumar directed all DCs and SPs to immediately curb illegal sand, coal, and stone trade and ban opium cultivation. In a state-wide review, he ordered implementation of an online traffic challan system and timely land mutation. Officials were told to ensure transparent public dealings, attend public calls, and complete welfare schemes on time.
NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh Inaugurates Regional Learning Institute in Hazaribag
NTPC Mining Limited’s newly developed Regional Learning Institute was inaugurated in Hazaribag by NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh, in the presence of all five directors and the Regional Executive Director (Coal Mining). Singh expressed confidence that the institute will serve as a center of excellence, catering to the training and skill development needs of NTPC’s mining and allied sectors.
Naxalites Set Fire to Airtel Tower in Saranda Forest
Armed Naxalites set fire to an Airtel mobile tower in Kolbonga village under Jaraikela police station, West Singhbhum, on Saturday night during their “Resistance Week.” Around 20 rebels poured petrol on the tower’s equipment before burning it and shouting slogans. Police are investigating the incident, which locals say aimed to disrupt communication amid rising Naxal activity in Saranda.
EPFO Withdraws Rs. 10 Crore Interest from RIMS Account, High Court Stays Further Recovery
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) withdrew Rs. 10 crore in interest from RIMS’s account for failing to deposit employees’ contributions between 2006 and 2008. Following the withdrawal, RIMS appealed to the Jharkhand High Court, which stayed further recovery, leaving Rs. 8 crore in the account. EPFO claims over Rs. 40 crore is due, while officials responsible for the lapse have since retired.
Ranchi Rail Projects to Be Reviewed in ZRUCC Meeting on 15th October
The Zonal Railway Users’ Consultative Committee (ZRUCC) of South Eastern Railway will meet on 15th October in Kolkata to discuss key railway projects, including new train services, infrastructure upgrades, and passenger facilities in Ranchi, Chakradharpur, and Adra divisions. Committee member Arun Joshi said he will push for train approvals, station modernization, and stronger rail connectivity in Jharkhand.
Raiyats Demand Correction of Land Errors, Urge Administration Not to Harass Locals
At a meeting in Bari Panchayat under Chandwa block, raiyats urged the administration to rectify land record errors caused by faulty surveys. Zilla Parishad member Saroj Devi said many farmers’ lands have been wrongly listed as government or non-registered plots, creating disputes. Locals accused the coal project company of undue pressure and warned of an agitation if issues remain unresolved.
Landowners Hold Meeting in Chandaul Against Coal Companies
Under the banner of Johar Karanpura Vikas Sangharsh Samiti, landowners in Chandaul village held a meeting opposing coal companies’ activities. Presided over by Shibu alias Rajesh Mahato and conducted by Ramchandra Ganjhu, the participants emphasized that all land in Chandaul Panchayat is fertile and suitable for multi-crop farming. Several villagers, including local leaders, attended the meeting.
Raiyats Demand Land Return After Mining, Oppose CCL’s Mutation Move
At a meeting in Dembua village, displaced raiyats demanded that Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) return their land after mining operations at the Purnadih Quarry-II, which began in 2009. Locals alleged that only a few received jobs or compensation, while most remain without rehabilitation or basic amenities. Villagers strongly opposed CCL’s move to mutate their ancestral land in its name.
Mining-Affected Villages Announce Agitation Over Compensation and Rehabilitation
At a joint Gram Sabha in Lukodya village, residents from 12 mining-affected villages of the Piparwar area decided to launch an agitation demanding fair compensation, jobs, and rehabilitation. Villagers alleged that despite mining since 1990, CCL has failed to address their grievances. They resolved to unite for land return and warned of large-scale protests, including road blockades, if demands remain unmet.
CBI Moves Supreme Court to Resume Probe in Jharkhand Assembly Recruitment Scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court seeking to lift the stay on its probe into the Jharkhand Assembly recruitment scam. The Jharkhand High Court had earlier ordered a CBI inquiry, which was stayed by the Supreme Court in November 2024 after the Assembly appealed. The case involves alleged irregularities in appointments and promotions.
Hazaribagh Jail Superintendent Untraceable, Additional Charge Given to District Officer
After action against 12 jail officials, including the jailer, Hazaribagh Jail Superintendent Jitendra Singh has gone incommunicado. District Election Officer Madev Priya has been given additional charge. The move follows revelations that accused Vinay Singh, linked to the land scam, was given VIP treatment and an iPhone 15 inside jail. Authorities are probing who facilitated the access.
DevFest Ranchi 2025 Showcases Innovation and Technology at BIT Mesra
Google Developer Groups (GDG) Ranchi, in collaboration with BIT Mesra and CyberPeace, hosted DevFest Ranchi 2025, celebrating innovation and technology. Over 2,000 developers participated in sessions on AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. The event opened with a message from Google CEO Sundar Pichai. GDG launched its new website, while experts and industry leaders inspired young developers through talks, workshops, and networking.
Department of Atomic Energy to Set Up Special Reactor in Visakhapatnam for Medical Isotopes
The Department of Atomic Energy will establish a specialized nuclear reactor in Visakhapatnam to produce medical isotopes, aimed at enhancing India’s self-reliance in radioisotope production and making cancer treatment more affordable. A senior Bhabha Atomic Research Centre official said the reactor will focus on generating radioisotopes—unstable atomic nuclei that emit energy and particles as they transform into stable forms.
NDA Finalizes Bihar Seat-Sharing Pact: BJP, JDU to Contest 101 Seats Each
After prolonged negotiations, the NDA has finalized its Bihar Assembly election seat-sharing formula. BJP and JDU will contest 101 seats each, while Chirag Paswan’s LJP (Ram Vilas) gets 29, and both HAM and RLM will contest six each. The alliance resolved earlier disputes over seat allocation. Bihar polls will be held on November 6 and 11, with counting on 14th November.
Mass Tribal Rally in Ranchi Opposes Inclusion of Kurmi Community in ST List
Thousands from Jharkhand’s tribal communities marched in Ranchi under the banner of Adivasi Astitva Bachao Morcha, protesting the demand to include the Kurmi community in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. Tribal leaders declared such inclusion an attack on their identity and culture, calling it unconstitutional. They alleged Kurmis are seeking ST status through forged documents, warning of intensified resistance.
CPI-ML Concludes Dhanbad District Conference, Stakes Claim on 25 Seats for Bihar Polls
The two-day district conference of CPI-ML in Dhanbad concluded on Sunday with discussions on organizational expansion, land disputes, and labor and farmer issues. Dhanbad MLAs Arup Chatterjee and Chandra Deo Mahato attended the event. Chatterjee said talks with the INDIA alliance are ongoing, and the party has staked claim to 25 seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.
Ranchi Doctor Receives Rs. 2 Crore Extortion Threat in Name of Dhanbad Gangster Prince Khan
Dr. Samit Madhup Lal, owner of Dr. Lal’s Hospital in Ranchi, filed an FIR after receiving WhatsApp messages demanding Rs. 2 crore in the name of gangster Prince Khan. The caller, claiming to be calling from Dubai, threatened to kill him and his family. Police suspect two former accused, Rajesh ‘Bunty’ Singh and Amal Khan. Cyber Cell has begun a technical probe.
Police to Expose Dreaded Gangster Prince Khan’s Financial Network Today
Police are set to reveal the financial network of Wasseypur gangster Prince Khan and his aide Major Khan, accused of running an extortion racket across Jharkhand. Several associates have been detained in Dhanbad, Katras, and nearby districts. The investigation may also uncover links to the Rajganj firing case. A youth from Sahibganj has been held for a Rs. 2 lakh transaction linked to the gang.
Notorious Gangster Sujit Sinha Shifted from Palamu Jail to Sahibganj under Tight Security
Life-term convict and dreaded gangster Sujit Sinha was shifted from Medininagar Central Jail to Sahibganj Mandal Jail late Saturday night under heavy security. Over 60 police personnel, including the SDPO and Inspector, escorted the convoy. Linked to slain gangster Aman Sahu’s network, Sinha faces around 95 criminal cases. He has been placed in a special high-security cell under CCTV surveillance.
Gunman Who Shot Outsourcing Company Manager in Dhanbad Arrested
Dhanbad police arrested Rahul Kumar Mandal for shooting Outsourcing Company manager Gopal Reddy in Munidih area. The attack, driven by extortion motives, left Reddy seriously injured in the leg. Police also recovered the pistol used in the crime. DSP Naushad Alam confirmed Mandal’s criminal background and said further investigation is underway to uncover all links in the case.
Rungta Steel Employee Pradeep Purti Dies in Road Accident near Ayata Village
Pradeep Kumar Purti (35), an Assistant Supervisor at Rungta Steel, died in a tragic road accident near Ayata village in West Singhbhum on Saturday night. Returning home from duty, his motorcycle was hit by a truck and then run over by another. Police sent his body for post-mortem, while colleagues and family mourned the hardworking employee’s untimely death.
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