Violence broke out in Barkagaon, Hazaribagh, during a land compensation camp for NTPC’s Badam Coal Mining Project. Several officials and villagers were injured. The venue was changed suddenly, which led to protests and stone-pelting. Around two dozen vehicles were damaged. Police used Lathi-charge to control the crowd. Security has been increased in the area. In Barkagaon, Hazaribagh many people, including senior NTPC officials, police personnel, and villagers, were injured today on 12th August in violent clashes at a land compensation camp for NTPC’s Badam Coal Mining Project in Barkagaon block of Hazaribagh district. Several administrative and company vehicles were damaged…
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Jharkhand Headlines Lok Sabha Cleared New Income Tax Bill in Just Three Minutes In a swift legislative move, the Lok Sabha on Monday passed the Income Tax Bill (No. 2) 2025, replacing the 63-year old law in only three minutes without debate. The Bill simplifies TDS, exemptions, and compliance rules, and allows individuals to claim refunds without penalties for delayed filings, amid ongoing opposition disruptions. Coal Mine Voids Turned into Source of Clean Water CMPDI, under Coal India, mapped 437 coal mine voids nationwide, finding 2,760 lakh kilolitres of usable water annually. With moderate treatment, it can serve domestic, industrial,…
The Jharkhand High Court sought replies from the State Government, PCB, and DGP on pollution and traffic issues linked to a proposed Ramgarh Coal Washery. Acting on a PIL, the court set the next hearing for 9th September and ordered strict enforcement of related rules. The Jharkhand High Court has sought detailed responses from the State Government and the Pollution Control Board (PCB) over the opening of a new Coal Washery in Ramgarh. The matter came up before the division bench of Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Rajesh Shankar during a hearing on 11th August. The court accepted…
The process to merge over 15 labour laws in Jharkhand into just four rule books has slowed considerably. The move, modelled on the Centre’s decision to consolidate 29 central labour laws into four labour codes, was initiated by the state’s Labour and Employment Department. As per officials, the Labour Department had prepared the proposal and sent it to the Law Department for approval. However, the Law Department returned the file with certain objections. Since then, the process has lost momentum. The Centre had already replaced 29 central labour laws with four codes, passed by Parliament. Occupational Safety, Health and Working…
Jharkhand jumped to 17th position from 21st in India’s export rankings, shipping Rs. 16,644 crore worth of goods in 2024‑25. Godda district, powered by Adani’s Ultra Supercritical Thermal Power plant, contributed 43 % of exports. Electricity, iron and steel, and auto parts dominate the state’s outward trade, spurring jobs locally. Jharkhand, a state better known for its minerals and tribal heritage, has added a new feather to its cap by emerging as a formidable export hub. Latest figures from the Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO) show that in 2024‑25 the state shipped goods and services worth Rs. 16,644 crore (around…
Hazaribagh MP Manish Jaiswal met NTPC chairman Gurdeep Singh, discussed on jobs and fair compensation for families displaced by NTPC projects. He demanded doubling per‑acre compensation to Rs. 40 lakh, scrapping a 2016 cut‑off date and aligning NTPC’s employment policy with CCL’s while balancing livelihoods and environmental protection. Hazaribagh MP Manish Jaiswal met NTPC chairman Gurdeep Singh on 5th August, presented long‑standing grievances from villages displaced by coal and energy projects. He said that thousands of families remain unsettled despite years of development and called for NTPC to emulate Central Coalfields Ltd’s employment practices. MP Demanded Fair Compensation Mr. Jaiswal urged NTPC…
NUSRL Ranchi welcomed its new batch with dignitaries including the Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court. Speakers encouraged students to find joy in their work and highlighted plans for digitization and industry collaboration, linking legal education to Jharkhand’s emerging business initiatives such as mining tourism. The National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi thrummed with anticipation this weekend as the institution welcomed its latest cohort. The orientation, presided over by Jharkhand High Court Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan, gave incoming students the customary pep talk about hard work and ethics. Yet beyond the ceremonial lamp‑lighting and national anthem, the programme…
Shibu Soren, known as Dishom Guru passed away at 81 in Delhi. Founder of JMM, he led the movement for separate Jharkhand and served as CM thrice. His journey from grassroots activism to Parliament inspired generations. the state declared a three-day mourning (4th Aug to 6th Aug), cancelled all official events, shut offices on Aug 4–5, and ordered flags at half-mast. His son and Chief Minister of Jharkhand Hemant Soren called him the protective shade of Jharkhand and its people. Veteran tribal leader, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) founder, and former Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Shibu Soren, popularly revered as Dishom…
Finance Minister Demanded Strict Control Over CSR Funds in Jharkhand Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore has urged strict Government control over the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds in Jharkhand. He wrote to the Chief Secretary, mentioned that all CSR spending should require Chief Minister’s approval to prevent misuse and ensure funds benefit real developmental objectives like education, women empowerment, and environment protection. Jharkhand will Finalize New Land Allotment Policy Jharkhand is set to introduce a new Land Allotment Policy to attract industrial investment, streamline application and allocation procedures, and provide incentives for units in backward areas. A Directorate for…
Jharkhand is set to introduce a new Land Allotment Policy to attract industrial investment, streamline application and allocation procedures, and provide incentives for units in backward areas. A Directorate for MSMEs will also be formed, with an aim to promote small businesses, ease procedures, and generate employment The Jharkhand Government is undertaking major reforms to boost industrial growth and attract wider investments across the state. Top officials announced that a comprehensive Land Allotment Policy, 2025 is in the pipeline, with a focus on making it easier for industries to secure land and start business operations quickly. Alongside, the setting up…