Jharkhand Govt Approves Rs. 48.7 Crore to Modernize Ranchi’s Key Bus Terminals
The Jharkhand Government has sanctioned Rs. 48.7 crore to upgrade three major bus terminals in Ranchi, ITI Bus Stand, Government Bus Depot, and Birsa Munda Bus Terminal. The redevelopment, designed by MOSS & VOID, includes modern facilities, better parking, and safety upgrades. Tenders will be invited soon, with construction expected to begin within six weeks.
GST Reforms Give Major Boost to Jharkhand’s Industrial Heartland
The new GST reforms have significantly reduced tax rates on vehicles, machinery, and components, energizing Jharkhand’s steel and auto sectors. With rates on small cars, tractors, and auto parts cut up to 13%, production costs may drop by 7–11%. The move is expected to spur MSME growth, boost exports, and create more jobs across Jamshedpur, Bokaro, and Ramgarh.
Iron Ore Supply to SAIL Secured After Saranda Sanctuary Boundary Revision
The Supreme Court’s approval of a reduced 31,468-hectare boundary for the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary has resolved SAIL’s concerns over iron ore supply. Earlier, several key mines supplying ore to SAIL’s Bokaro and other steel plants fell within the proposed sanctuary limits. The revised boundary ensures uninterrupted mining and transportation, allowing extraction to continue while maintaining wildlife protection measures.
CMPDI to Extract Rare Earth Elements from Coal Waste in Jharkhand
In a groundbreaking initiative, CMPDI, a Coal India subsidiary, will extract rare earth elements (REEs) from coal waste in Jharkhand. These elements used in mobile phones, EVs, wind turbines, and defense systems are found in overburden, washery rejects, and fly ash. Experts from IIT Mumbai, JNU, and GSI are collaborating to develop cost-effective extraction technology.
Chaudhary Shivraj Singh Appointed as New CMD of CMPDI
Chaudhary Shivraj Singh, General Manager at Coal India Limited, has been selected as the new Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of Central Mine Planning & Design Institute (CMPDI). The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) recommended his name after interviews held on Saturday, in which 11 senior officials participated. He will succeed current CMD Manoj Kumar, whose tenure ends this month.
Jharkhand High Court Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Coal Washery Water Pollution
The Jharkhand High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a letter highlighting pollution caused by coal washeries discharging contaminated water into rivers. The bench of Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad converted the letter by Manoj Kumar into a PIL and sought responses from the State Government, Pollution Control Board, and CCL officials. Hearing is set for 6th November.
Revenue Offices Still Struggling Despite Department’s Intervention
Despite the Revenue, Registration and Land Reforms Department’s efforts, work at Jharkhand’s circle offices remains sluggish. Mutation and land survey processes are operating at just 20–30% efficiency. Technical glitches in the Jharnet and Vasudha systems have stalled work for over 10 days, forcing landowners to visit offices repeatedly. The department has sought NIC’s urgent assistance to restore operations.
MP Dhulu Mahto Demands High-Level Probe into Bokaro DMFT Scam
BJP MP Dhulu Mahto has written to the Chief Secretary demanding a high-level investigation into the alleged DMFT scam in Bokaro during the tenure of former Deputy Commissioner Vijaya Jadhav. Mahto alleged misuse of official power, claiming that Jadhav awarded DMFT-funded projects worth crores to favoured private agencies through short tenders without holding mandatory committee meetings.
India to Explore Rare Earth Mineral Opportunities in Afghanistan
India is set to send a high-level delegation to Afghanistan to assess investment opportunities in the country’s mineral-rich sector, with a focus on rare earth elements vital for green energy and EV production. The move follows talks between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi, who invited Indian firms to invest in Afghanistan’s mining sector.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Alumnus Dr. Prakash Kumar Elected Fellow of The World Academy of Sciences
Dr. Prakash Kumar, Director of CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute and alumnus of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, has been elected as a Fellow of The World Academy of Sciences (FTWAS) under UNESCO. A 1997 Applied Geophysics graduate, Dr. Kumar is acclaimed for his groundbreaking research in seismology and Earth studies. His global recognition brings immense pride to IIT (ISM) and India’s scientific community.
Centre Receives Jharkhand Assembly’s Recommendation to Confer Bharat Ratna on Shibu Soren
The Union Home Ministry has received Jharkhand Assembly’s recommendation to award former Chief Minister Shibu Soren the Bharat Ratna posthumously. RTI activist Surendra Pandey obtained confirmation that the proposal is now being forwarded to the Prime Minister’s Office. Between 15th August and 8th September 2025, the ministry received seven such recommendations. The ministry, however, withheld the Assembly’s letter citing RTI provisions.
Reliance Power CFO Arrested by ED in Rs. 68 Crore Fake Bank Guarantee Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Reliance Power’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Ashok Pal in connection with a Rs. 68 crore fake bank guarantee case. Officials said Pal was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after questioning on Friday night. He was produced before a magistrate on Saturday and remanded to two days of ED custody.
MLA Representative Meets CCL GM, Reviews CSR Development Works
Mandu MLA’s representative Surendra Kumar Mahato met the CCL General Manager on Saturday to review ongoing CSR-funded development projects in the Hazaribagh area. Mahato said several initiatives are progressing under CCL’s CSR programme, and locations where work has yet to begin will be identified and reported to officials to ensure inclusive regional development.
CCL’s 39th Zonal Mine Rescue Competition Concludes, NK Area Team Declared Overall Winner
The 39th Zonal Mine Rescue Competition organized by the Directorate General of Mines Safety concluded on Saturday. The event, held at the Ramgarh Mine Rescue Centre and Bhurkunda underground mine, honored the winners for their exemplary performance. The Northern Karanpura (NK Area) team emerged as the overall best, while Barka Sayal and Magadh-Sanghmitra teams secured second and third positions respectively.
Employment Fair Held in Sundarpahari, 35 Youths Hired by Participating Companies
An employment fair was organized at Dumarpalam village in Sundarpahari block, Godda, by the Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development Department in collaboration with Teri Mining Pvt. Ltd. Five companies participated, offering jobs to 35 local youths as security guards. The event aimed to promote local employment and economic growth. A newly built Balwadi school was also inaugurated during the program.
Women Empowered Through Mushroom Cultivation Kits in Hazaribagh
In Hazaribagh’s Dhenga village, women received mushroom cultivation kits under NTPC Pakri Barwadih’s Saksham Aajeevika Mission, organized by NGO Jagriti Mahila Sangh. The initiative aims to make rural women self-reliant through livelihood generation. Chairperson Anita Das said the project’s first phase has begun in Dhenga, supported by NML Pakri Barwadih officials and senior members of the women’s association.
NTPC DGM’s Wife Robbed of Gold Chain in Broad Daylight in Hazaribagh
In a shocking daylight incident, two bike-borne criminals snatched a gold chain worth around Rs. 6 lakh from Hema Bawani, wife of NTPC DGM Ravi Shankar Bawani, near Madhuban Residency in Hazaribagh. The act was captured on CCTV, but police action remains pending. The incident has sparked concerns over deteriorating law and order, as several city CCTV cameras were found non-functional.
CRPF Head Constable Martyred in Saranda IED Blast, Two Others Injured
CRPF Head Constable Mahendra Laskar was martyred and two officers seriously injured after Naxals detonated two IEDs in Jharkhand’s Saranda forest during an anti-Maoist operation late Friday night. The attack, termed a retaliatory strike by police, occurred in West Singhbhum’s Jaraikela area. Security forces have launched a massive search operation to flush out the perpetrators.
ACB Finds Evidence Against IAS Officer Vinay Chaubey in Hazaribagh Land Scam
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has found evidence against suspended IAS officer and former Hazaribagh DC Vinay Chaubey in the Hazaribagh land scam. Preliminary investigation revealed that the sale of Sewayat land was carried out under his instructions. The ACB also found the involvement of revenue officials and private beneficiaries, alleging misuse of official position for illegal land transactions.
ACB Probes Its Own Team for Negligence in Vinay Singh Case; Land and Liquor Scams Under Scrutiny
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is investigating its own officers for alleged negligence during a Delhi operation to arrest liquor scam accused Vinay Singh, who later secured bail. ACB has also unearthed Singh’s role in a Hazaribagh land scam involving one acre purchased with his wife in 2010, allegedly aided by officials. Hearings on related cases are scheduled for 13th and 16th October.
Ranchi Police Uncover Extortion Network Run by Rahul Dubey Gang; Key Aide Sajan Ansari Arrested
Ranchi Police revealed that gangster Rahul Dubey, operating from abroad, controls his gang through aide Sajan Ansari, who manages extortion and arms deals in Jharkhand. During interrogation, arrested gang members confessed to extorting coal traders and contractors via WhatsApp instructions from Rahul. Police recovered eight pistols and 42 bullets. A constable was injured during the Ratu encounter on Friday.
Equinox Point in Barkagaon and McCluskieganj to Be Developed as Major Tourist Destinations: Minister
Jharkhand Tourism Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu announced that Barkagaon’s ancient Megalith site and McCluskieganj will be developed as prominent tourist attractions. During his visit to the Equinox Point, he directed officials to enhance safety, beautification, and tourist facilities. The minister assured locals of fair compensation for land acquisition and emphasized promoting the region’s heritage and employment through planned tourism development.
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