In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Jharkhand Government on 18th June 2025 (Wednesday) transferred 57 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers across various departments. The Department of Personnel, Administrative Reforms and Official Language issued the official notification, directed all officers to immediately take charge at their newly assigned postings. According to the government order, the reshuffle includes fresh appointments, inter-departmental transfers, and allocation of additional responsibilities to several senior officers. Secretaries and Commissioners Level Appointments Mr. Amitabh Kaushal (JH-2001) – Secretary, Commercial Tax Department; given additional charge of Secretary, Excise Department. Mr. Rajesh Kumar Sharma (JH-2003) – Secretary, Disaster Management; given additional…
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Latehar, Jharkhand – Hindalco Industries Ltd., a leading aluminium and copper manufacturer under the Aditya Birla Group, has successfully resolved a land acquisition dispute for its Chakla Coal Project in Jharkhand’s Latehar district, marking a significant step forward for the greenfield coal mine. The villagers have given their consent for transferring their land to Hindalco during the meetings held today. The Chakla Coal Mine, located in the North Karanpura Coalfield, was allocated to Hindalco in March 2021 through the Ministry of Coal’s e-auction under the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act. With an extractable reserve of 71.88 million tonnes and a…
Jharkhand’s New Factory Amendment Rules Introduced In Jharkhand, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Radhakrishna Kishore presented the Factory (Amendment) Rules, 2023 in the assembly. Approved by the state cabinet, the amendment allows women workers to work night shifts from 7 PM to 6 AM. Additionally, the Government plans to introduce the Factory (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to simplify business operations and encourage industrial growth. Center Grants Authority for Mica Policy The Ministry of Mines has reclassified mica, barytes, feldspar, and quartz from minor to major minerals in Jharkhand’s Koderma region. This move follows the approval of the National Critical Minerals Mission aimed at…
CM Hemant Sorens’ Called for Accountability on Jharkhand’s Coal Royalties Jharkhand’s CM, Hemant Soren, responded to BJP leaders’ comments on the state’s Rs. 1.36 lakh Crores dues from central coal companies. He suggested that questions should be directed to the Union Mining Minister, as BJP leaders deny forming a high-power committee to address the issue. Soren has repeatedly written to the coal minister and PM. Governor Approved Five Key Bills in Jharkhand Jharkhand’s Governor has approved five bills passed by the state assembly. The approved bills include the Jharkhand Fire Services Bill, Jharkhand Mineral Holding Land Cess Bill, Jharkhand Private…
Over Rs. 21000 crore worth of projects in Jharkhand, including roads, irrigation, and building constructions, remain stalled due to land disputes and delays in obtaining necessary NOCs. Key projects in 14 districts, like irrigation plans worth Rs. 16,922 crore and roadworks worth Rs. 3,643 crore, are hindered, impacting development in areas like Palamu, Hazaribagh, and Simdega. Rs. 16922 crore irrigation and Rs. 3643 crore road construction projects stalled Land disputes and NOCs from departments causing delays Over 21,000 crore worth of projects halted across multiple sectors In Jharkhand, many projects are stuck on paper due to land disputes and lack…
Residents of villages in the Amrapali Coal Project area protest against the Fake Gram Sabha in Tandwa, Jharkhand. The villagers demanded legal action against intermediaries involved in Fake signatures and fraudulent activities. Villagers have announced a boycott of the 15th village meeting scheduled for 5th March, 2025, demanded justice and the cancellation of the land acquisition orders. In the Amrapali Coal Project, located in the largest coal mining region of Asia in the Tandwa block, the issue of fake practices continues to escalate. In 2023, a Gram Sabha (Villager’s Meeting) was supposed to be held in the seven villages, including…
Budget Session Will Start Today in Jharkhand The Jharkhand Legislative Assembly’s Budget session will start today, and will last until 27th March. Governor Santosh Gangwar will address the house, and Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore will present the 2025-26 budget on 3rd March. Opposition parties, including BJP, have prepared to raise issues like OBC reservation and pension delays. The Government aims to address critical matters, including JPSC leadership and public grievances. Displaced Groups to Protest for Rights at Jharkhand Assembly Two groups, Jharkhand Rajya Visthapan Sangharsh Morcha and Jharkhand Andolankari Sangharsh Morcha, will protest at the Vidhan Sabha on 24th March,…
Jharkhand is the site for India’s first attempt to convert coal into gas. CMPDI is working on the project in Jamtara district’s Kasta-East area. The first phase has been completed, second phase to start after approval from Coal India’s R&D board. India’s first-ever attempt to convert coal into gas is happening in Jharkhand. This research and development (R&D) project is being carried out by Coal India, with CMPDI (Central Mine Planning & Design Institute) working on it. The project is located in the Kasta-East area of Jamtara district. The first phase of the project has now been completed. For 12…
The issue is related to registration of mining land without registration and stamp duty charges. Recovery of Rs. 92 Crores from two Pakur-based companies, WBPDCL and PSPCL. Two companies in Palamu, M/s Aranya Mines and Hindalco, also identified. Due to the issue Jharkhand Government is facing significant revenue loss The issue of registration of mining land without proper registration and stamp duty has been continuously emerging in the Jharkhand state. In this regard, the Secretary of the Revenue, Registration, and Land Reforms Department and the Inspector General of Registration have identified the companies involved and issued orders to collect stamp…
Jharkhand Budget Session Begins Tomorrow, Strategy Talks Underway The Jharkhand Legislative Assembly’s budget session starts on 24th February. Administrative preparations are complete, and a strategy meeting will be organized between the ruling and opposition parties today. The session will begin without the Leader of Opposition, as BJP has not yet selected one. Key issues, including paper leaks and the Mainya scheme, will dominate the opposition’s strategy. First Phase of Coal-to-Gas Project Completed in Jharkhand In a groundbreaking move, India has successfully completed the first phase of a coal-to-gas conversion project in Jamtara, Jharkhand. Led by CMPDI, the research aims to…