Headlines & Summaries
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan Assumes Charge as Rajya Sabha Chairman
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan was sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan and formally took charge as Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. He paid floral tributes to national leaders, planted a sapling at Parliament House, and was greeted by Union ministers and floor leaders. He succeeds Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned citing health reasons.
Coal Minister Announces New Uniform, Higher Ex-Gratia & Rs. 1 Cr Medical Cover for CIL Workers
Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy said Coal India employees, including contractual staff, will receive new uniforms from 17 September (PM’s birthday & Vishwakarma Puja). Ex-gratia has been raised from ₹15 lakh to ₹25 lakh, along with an additional ₹1 crore medical insurance cover under ongoing coal sector reforms.
Union Coal Minister Kishan Reddy Reviews Magadh Sanghamitra Project in Chatra
During a rain-soaked site visit, the minister inspected operations, ordered strict checks against illegal mining, and emphasized safety, higher domestic production, and CSR. Sewing machines were distributed to displaced women for livelihood support; discussions covered local development, jobs, and community welfare.
CM Hemant Soren, Coal Minister Reddy Agree on Joint Steps to Resolve Mining Issues
At a high-level meeting, both sides discussed royalty disputes, land acquisition hurdles, and rehabilitation of displaced families. They agreed on measures for safety, quicker clearances, and better DMFT/CSR utilization while creating jobs and livelihoods for affected communities.
SAIL Hosts Special Vendor Meet to Boost SC/ST and Women Entrepreneurs
SAIL Ranchi, with NSIC and NSSHO, held a Special Vendor Development Program during Vigilance Awareness Week 2025. ~45 SC/ST and women entrepreneurs explored procurement, MSME schemes, and SAIL’s plan to source 25% from MSEs, supporting inclusion and supplier diversity.
Adani Power Signs Long-Term PSA for 2400 MW Pirpainti Thermal Plant
Bihar signed a long-term Power Supply Agreement with Adani Power for a 2400 MW plant at Pirpainti, Bhagalpur. The ₹30,000 crore project targets first-unit commissioning by Diwali 2028, promising employment and improved electricity access.
Bauxite Mines Raiyat Mazdoor Committee to Hold Key Meeting in Ghaghra
On 14 September, the committee meets in Ghaghra to address schools, hospitals, roads, jobs, and irrigation in mining-affected villages. Locals allege misuse of DMFT/CSR funds and persistent lack of basic amenities; strategy for an agitation will be framed.
Bolero Carrying Triveni Sainik Workers Overturns in Barkagaon, Four Injured
A Bolero (JH 02R 6138) overturned on Terha-Mile Arahara Road after avoiding another vehicle, falling into a 15-ft ditch. Four workers—Govind, Dheeraj, Anil, and Pankaj—were injured; all are reported stable.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Hosts Global Conference on Digital Intelligence and Green Mining
IIT (ISM) inaugurated DIGMIN 2025, a two-day international conference on AI, IoT, and sustainable mining. Chief Guest Joydeep Dasgupta (NMDC) highlighted digital tools for green mining. 150+ research papers will be presented to accelerate Mining 4.0 and industry–academia collaboration.
Supreme Court Upholds Validity of Coal India’s 2006 Interim Coal Policy
The Supreme Court upheld Coal India’s 2006 interim coal policy that raised prices for non-core industries by 20%, setting aside a 2012 Calcutta High Court order. The ruling marks a significant legal relief for the PSU.
Jharkhand HC Warned Govt of Strict Order in Panem Coal Illegal Mining Case
The Jharkhand High Court criticized the State for not filing an action-taken report in the Panem Coal illegal mining matter, setting a final deadline of 19 September to submit a comprehensive affidavit, warning of strict orders on failure.
ACB Court Reserves Order on Suspended IAS Vinay Chaubey’s Bail Plea
The Hazaribagh ACB court reserved its order in a land scam case over illegal allocation of 2.75 acres of ‘Khasmahal’ land. Chaubey, earlier on default bail in a liquor case, remains in custody as both sides concluded detailed arguments.
Jharkhand Seeks UPSC Nod for IPS Promotion Meet Amid DGP Membership Row
The State urged UPSC to hold the promotion meeting for 17 DSPs to IPS either with Anurag Gupta as DGP member or proceed without a DGP, after an earlier meet stalled due to Gupta’s retirement status.
Rajiv Ranjan Yet to Relinquish PHED Post Despite June Transfer
Two Special Secretaries have functioned in PHED since June; despite transfer to the Mati Kala Board, Rajiv Ranjan continued issuing PHED orders. New appointee Manohar Marandi joined on 28 June. The Minister has sought a written reply and flagged action.
Smart Meters, AB Cables Help JBVNL Cut Power Theft and Losses
Ranchi’s AT&C losses dropped from ~30–31% (2024) to ~22–23% (2025). Smart meters and AB cables curtailed hooking and tampering, cutting theft cases by ~80%. With 7.7 lakh smart meters installed statewide, losses are targeted to fall to 15%.
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