The Jharkhand Assembly Secretariat organised a farewell ceremony for Joint Secretary Madhukar Bhardwaj, who retired on 31 August after a distinguished service career spanning over three decades. Assembly Speaker Rabindranath Mahato, MLA Saryu Rai, senior officers and staff members were present to honour his contributions. Bhardwaj began his career in November 1988 as an assistant in the Bihar Assembly. Following the creation of Jharkhand in November 2000, he joined the new state Assembly Secretariat as a branch officer. Over a service span of 36 years and 9 months, he handled key responsibilities at branch and committee levels in both Bihar…
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Coal India Limited (CIL) has begun evaluating the possibility of converting its decommissioned mines into data centres, aiming to repurpose redundant assets while catering to India’s surging demand for digital infrastructure. Officials confirmed that a detailed feasibility study has been commissioned with consultants, and the final report is expected in the third quarter of FY26. Four Mine Sites Under Evaluation According to officials, four locations have been identified across CIL subsidiaries for site assessment, Umrer in Maharashtra (WCL), Saraipali in Korba (SECL), Himgir Rampur near Jharsuguda (MCL), and Nigahi in Madhya Pradesh (NCL). The study will examine infrastructure potential, comparative…
Coal and stone consignments from Sahibganj are set to be transported through the Ganga waterway to Patna and later extended to Varanasi. A detailed proposal has been sent to the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), paving the way for cargo ships to replace trucks on this busy industrial corridor. Officials said the new service would start from Sahibganj to Patna before being expanded further upstream. Also Read: Adani Power Received LoA from BSPGCL for Thermal project in Bhagalpur Currently, coal and stone chips are hauled by road, which involves higher costs and longer travel time. Authorities believe shifting bulk…
The Damodar Valley, once hailed as the “Ruhr of India” and the backbone of India’s industrial rise, is today staring at a deep crisis. Almost half of the coal mines in Dhanbad are shut or inactive, and projections suggest that by 2030 nearly 80 per cent of the mines will either be exhausted or commercially unviable. The collapse of the coal economy has raised urgent questions about the future of millions dependent on the industry. From Coal Capital to Crisis Zone Jharkhand and West Bengal’s Damodar Valley, which fuelled the nation’s steel plants in Durgapur and Bokaro and fertiliser factories…
Hindalco Industries Limited, the Aditya Birla Group’s metal flagship, celebrated Saarthi Utsav 2025 today at its Pakhar Mines to recognise the role of truck drivers in mining operations. More than 250 drivers attended the event. DC Said, Drivers are Mining’s Lifeline District Commissioner Dr. Kumar Tarachand said truck drivers form the most crucial link in the mining chain. By naming them “Saarthi,” Hindalco has given them not only a new identity but also dignity, he noted. He urged drivers to carry out their responsibilities with greater seriousness, as their work directly impacts the smooth functioning of the industry. Also Read:…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) will organise its board meeting on 12th September, with several significant proposals expected to be taken up. The discussions are set to focus on easing compliance for businesses and encouraging greater institutional participation in the market. Investment Trusts to Come Under Spotlight The board is likely to consider granting equity like status to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs). Rules for strategic investments in these trusts may also be finalised, a move aimed at widening their scope. The regulator could also introduce a turnover based model for related-party…
Tata Steel’s Chief Resident Executive Sanjay Mohan Srivastava met Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren his CM residence office on Kanke Road, Ranchi. The meeting was a courtesy meeting, highlighted the old and strong bond between the State Government and Tata Steel. Also Read: Lease Period of Vijay-2 Iron Ore Mine of Tata Steel Expired Though the Chief Minister’s office and company official did not make any official statement, experts believe the talks also touched on mining, industrial expansion, and community welfare. Tata Steel, with its Jamshedpur steel plant and many mining projects, continues to play a key role in Jharkhand’s…
Acting on the orders of the Jharkhand High Court, Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi inspected a mining lease site at Chhota Hadiyan in Tangrain panchayat under Potka block of East Singhbhum. The visit was conducted after complaints that raiyati land was being used for mining and blasting activities were damaging nearby houses. Also Read: Ex-DRDO Officer Suggested Ordinance Plant and Defence Units in Jharkhand The disputed lease, granted in the name of Shahzad Beg, covers around nine acres of Government land. Villager Amar Bilas Puran had moved the High Court alleged encroachment on raiyati land and damage to property from mining-related…
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) will computerise 1297 Primary Agriculture Credit Societies (PACS) in Jharkhand in the second phase of its modernisation drive. The initiative follows the successful digitisation of 1,500 PACS in the first phase. With 4454 PACS functioning in the state, the programme aims to make rural cooperatives stronger, more efficient, and capable of serving as nodal points for multiple services. Also Read: Government Extended NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh’s Tenure Till July 2026 PACS to Serve as Rural Hubs Deepmala Ghosh, Chief General Manager of NABARD, said the computerisation is part of the Ministry…
India & Jharkhand Headlines Adani Group to Invest 60 Billion USD in Power Sector by FY2032 Adani Group plans a $60B investment across renewables, generation, transmission, and distribution by FY2031-32. Of this, $21B targets 50 GW renewables by FY2030, $17B expands transmission to 30,000 km, and $22B lifts Adani Power’s capacity from 17.6 GW to 41.9 GW. Priya Ranjan Set Vision for Bokaro Steel Plant: Profitability, Safety, and Green Steel Priya Ranjan, ED (Works) and incoming Director In-Charge of BSL, outlined priorities of profitability, safety, and green steel, aligning with SAIL’s vision. He pledged township and healthcare upgrades to ensure…