Colonel (retired) JK Singh, an Army veteran from Jharkhand and former officer with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has submitted a report identifying Jharkhand as a potential hub for defence manufacturing. The report was formally handed over to Union minister of state for defence and Ranchi MP Sanjay Seth on 5th September 2025. Also Read: Tata Steel MD Said Indian Steel Industry Needs Government Support Against Chinese Dominance Ranchi and Dhanbad are Suitable for Drome Manufacturing Based on an assessment of mineral resources, industrial base, connectivity, and labour costs, Singh suggested at least seven types of defence components…
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Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL) has commissioned a modern hydraulic scissor lift to strengthen safety measures in maintenance activities carried out at height. The equipment was inaugurated by Chief General Manager (CED) Shaligram Singh and Chief General Manager (Safety & Fire Services) Vipin Krishna Sartaape in the presence of senior officers and employees. Also Read: SAIL Executive Priya Ranjan Appointed as Director In-charge of Bokaro Steel Plant Safer Alternative to Scaffolding The Civil Engineering Department at BSL is responsible for renovation of buildings, repair of pipelines and windows, roof guniting, and trimming of trees within the plant premises. These tasks, until…
he Jharkhand Government has relieved 2013 batch IAS officer Akanksha Ranjan for Central deputation. The Personnel and Administrative Reforms Department issued the order on 2nd September 2025m a day after the State Government granted the required no-objection clearance. Also Read: Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari is Retiring on 30th September, Shailendra Singh Top in Seniority List From Jharkhand to Union Health Ministry Until now, Ranjan was serving as Director of Handloom, Sericulture and Handicrafts in Jharkhand. Earlier, on 14th August, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) had issued her posting order as Deputy Secretary in the Union Ministry of Health…
A delegation of senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers from the 2000 and 2001 batches called on Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan on 1st September 2025. The group included Dr Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, Ambassador of India to Romania, Amit Narang, Ambassador to Slovenia and Gloria Gangte, High Commissioner to Malta. During the interaction, the diplomats and the Chief Minister exchanged views on governance issues, ongoing development projects, and India’s growing diplomatic outreach. The envoys praised the leadership of Majhi, popularly referred to as the “People’s CM”, while the Chief Minister acknowledged their contribution to advancing…
The Chhattisgarh Government has appointed 2006 batch Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Raju Agasimani as the Member Secretary of the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board (CECB). His appointment follows the resignation of Arun Prasad in June and takes effect immediately, as per the official order issued. Also Read: MECON, CIDC Organised ‘New Gen Power’ Conclave in Ranchi, Industry Leaders Discussed Atmanirbhar Bharat Agasimani, who was serving as Chief Conservator of Forests (Raipur Circle and Working Plan Division), brings with him significant experience in forest management, ecological planning, and conservation. The Member Secretary’s post is considered central to environmental governance in the…
Neha Srivastava from Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, carved her name among the country’s top achievers by securing All India Rank 12 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination in 2015. Her success earned her a place in the Indian Forest Service (IFS), where she continues to serve with distinction. Born on 2nd March 1990, Neha completed her schooling at Ramakrishna Mission in Deoghar before pursuing a B.Tech in Biotechnology from DY Patil College. After her graduation, she turned her focus towards UPSC preparation, one of the toughest competitive examinations in the country, undertaken by lakhs of aspirants each year. Also Read:…
The Chhattisgarh Government has entrusted senior Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Arun Pandey with the additional charge of Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife), a key post that had been vacant for several months. The position remained unfilled after the retirement of 1988 batch officer Sudhir Agrawal. Also Read: Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari is Retiring on 30th September, Shailendra Singh Top in Seniority List Arun Pandey, IFS is counted among the most seasoned officers of the State Forest Cadre. Over his career, he has handled multiple assignments focusing on forest protection, biodiversity preservation, and wildlife conservation. Known for his field-level…
Jharkhand Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari is retiring from service on 30th September 2025, creating a vacancy for the State’s top bureaucratic post in Jharkhand. A 1988 batch IAS officer, Tiwari’s retirement, setting an opportunity for a new appointment at the top post of the state administration. IAS Shailesh Kumar Singh is the Next as per Seniority List According to the seniority list, Shailesh Kumar Singh (JH-1991) is next in line. Currently posted on Central deputation, Singh serves as Secretary in the Ministry of Rural Development. Following him are Nidhi Khare (JH-1992) also on Central deputation, and Avinash Kumar (JH-1993), who…
MECON Limited and the Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC) jointly organised the “New Gen Power, Electrical and Automation Solutions for Metal and Mining Industry – Vendor Empowerment Conclave” at MECON Community Hall in Ranchi on 05th September 2025. The one-day event brought together experts, MSMEs, start-ups, policymakers, and academicians to deliberate on the role of vendors and technology in driving India’s industrial growth under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047. Also Read: Sustainable Mining Practices Discussed at 6th ICC Mining Summit in Ranchi MECON CMD Sanjay Kumar Verma said industries must recognise that strong collaboration with vendors…
Business & Jharkhand Headlines Bank of Baroda Declares Anil Ambani, RCom Loan Account as Fraud Bank of Baroda has classified Reliance Communications’ loan account and its former director Anil Ambani as “fraud,” citing misuse of loans worth ₹2,462 crore, of which ₹1,656 crore remains unpaid. The loans were declared NPA in 2017. RCom is under insolvency proceedings, while Ambani’s spokesperson argued he was a non-executive director with no operational role. Vedanta to Acquire Debt-Ridden Jaiprakash Associates for ₹17,000 Crore Vedanta has emerged as the successful bidder to acquire Jaiprakash Associates (JAL) with a ₹17,000 crore offer, surpassing Adani Group. JAL,…