Jharkhand Headlines 12 Hurt in Clash Over NTPC's New Coal Mining Project in Hazaribag 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. Arogya Hospital Emerged as Lifesaver for Injured NTPC Officers and Policemen In a sudden violent attack at NTPC Badam coal block’s land compensation camp in Barkagaon, 10 officers and 4 policemen were…
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The Federation of Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FJCCI) will organize its AGM on 20th September and elections on 21st September. Key issues raised included illegal toll collection, reopening of closed mines, and removal of e-way bill requirements where e-invoicing applies. The Chamber also lauded for the East Tech conclave. The Federation of Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FJCCI) will organize its annual elections for the next session on 21st September, with the annual general meeting (AGM) scheduled a day earlier, on 20th September 20. The decision was taken during the executive committee meeting held at the Chamber…
Ambani family leads with Rs. 28 lakh Crores, over twice Adani’s Rs. 14.01 lakh Crores. Birla wealth rises 20% to Rs. 6.47 lakh Crores, third place. Jindal climbs to fourth, Bajaj slips to fifth. India’s 300 wealthiest families hold Rs. 140 lakh Crores, over 40% of GDP. The Ambani family, led by billionaire industrialist Mukesh Ambani, has retained its position as India’s richest business family with total assets worth Rs. 28 lakh Crores, according to the latest Hurun–Barclays India Rich List released on 12th August 2025. The Adani family ranks second with a total wealth of Rs. 14.01 lakh Crores. The…
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…
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…