The Confederation of Indian Industry’s Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) formally inaugurated its 32nd chapter in Ranchi, making it the first of its kind in Jharkhand. The launch event, organised at Radisson Blu Hotel, highlighted the state’s growing focus on sustainable and climate-resilient infrastructure. Architect Rajiv Chaddha, named as Chairman of the Ranchi chapter, with Panchratna Group Director Piyush More as Co-Chairman. Also Read: Sustainable Mining Practices Discussed at 6th ICC Mining Summit in Ranchi Government Pledged Support for Green Policies Urban Development Principal Secretary Sunil Kumar, who attended the event as chief guest, said the chapter marked an important…
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Indian equity markets ended the week with solid gains, supported by domestic institutional buying, GST system reforms and signs of improvement in the economy. The Sensex (currently at 80710.76) gained 901.11 points (1.12%), while the Nifty gained 314.15 points (1.28%), to close at 24,741 on 5th September, marking a strong close to the trading week. Also Read: Coal India Set to Launch Roadshows for BCCL, CMPDI IPO Midcap and Smallcap Indices Outperformed The rally was broad-based, with mid- and small-cap stocks continuing to attract investor interest. The BSE Midcap index climbed 2%, while the Smallcap index surged 2.5% during the…
Jharkhand & Industry Headlines Suspended IAS Officer Vinay Chaube Hospitalized After Health Deteriorates in Jail Suspended IAS officer Vinay Chaube, lodged in Hazaribagh Central Jail, was rushed to RIMS Ranchi after chest pain and leg swelling. A medical board examined him before referral. Chaube, accused in the Hazaribagh land scam and earlier arrested in the liquor scam, had been sent to judicial custody following remand. ACB Submits Case Diary in Hazaribagh Land Scam; Hearing on Vinay Choubey’s Bail Plea on September 10 In the Hazaribagh land scam, the ACB submitted the case diary to the special court during suspended IAS…
Tata Steel credited a total of Rs. 303.13 crore as annual bonus to 25,907 employees across its plants, divisions and offices on 6th September 2025. The amount was directly transferred to employees’ bank accounts, sparking celebrations among families and staff members. Over 11000 Employees in Jamshedpur benefitted Out of the total disbursement, employees in Jamshedpur alone received Rs. 152.44 crores. The bonus covered workers from the company’s flagship Jamshedpur plant and units such as the Tube Division, Tinplate, Tata Steel Gamharia, the Growth Shop, Wire Division, Kalinganagar plant, Ranchi and Bhubaneswar CR&E offices, as well as mines, collieries, and Bishnupur…
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…
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:…