Renowned industrialist Ramchandra Rungta, a stalwart of Jharkhand’s industrial landscape, passed away in Delhi, after a prolonged battle with throat cancer. His death has cast a pall of grief over the business communities of Ranchi, Ramgarh, and across Jharkhand. Also Read: Rising Attacks on CCL Staff in Ramgarh Raise Questions on Mine Security Rungta began his entrepreneurial journey in the coal trade, eventually establishing multiple industrial units in Ramgarh district, including Jharkhand Ispat (Ramgarh), Alok Steel (Karma), and Maa Chhinnamastika Ispat (Hehal-Barkakana). He also founded the RC Rungta Group, which went on to become a key player in Jharkhand’s steel…
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Jharkhand Headlines JMM Breaks Alliance with INDIA Bloc in Bihar, to Contest Alone on Six Seats The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has parted ways with the INDIA alliance in Bihar, accusing RJD and Congress of betrayal. JMM leader Supriyo Bhattacharya announced the party will contest six seats — Chakai, Dhamdaha, Katoria, Manihari, Jamui, and Pirpainti — on its own. He said JMM values respect over compromise and may expand to 10 seats. The party also released a 20-member star campaigner list including CM Hemant Soren. Triangular Contest Likely in Ghatshila Bypoll as JLKAM Fields Ramdas Murmu The Ghatshila bypoll is…
A delegation from the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) met Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar and apprised him of the organisation’s ongoing and upcoming initiatives in the State. The team, comprising Dr. S.P. Agrawal, Vice Chancellor of Sai Nath University and Co-Chairman of PHDCCI, along with resident officers Mantosh Singh and Rahul Kumar Lal, shared details of the recently held Mining Summit, where several critical issues related to the mining sector were discussed. Also Read: Ranchi Hosted 4th Mining Summit, Called for Balance Between Growth and Environment PHDCCI Invited Governor for Upcoming Health Summit The delegation also briefed the…
The festival of prosperity truly lived up to its name this year as Jharkhand’s markets witnessed record breaking Dhanteras sales across sectors. From smartphones and gaming PCs in Ranchi to gold jewellery in Hazaribagh and Palamu, shoppers thronged showrooms through the day and late into the night, marking one of the most vibrant Dhanteras in recent years. Also Read: Ranchi Airport Handled 2.3 Million Flyers, Deoghar 2.8 Lakh This Year Ranchi’s Markets Overflowed with Tech Enthusiasts In Ranchi, electronic stores at Hari Om Tower, Church Complex, and Main Road reported five to ten times more footfall than usual. Shoppers queued…
Jharkhand News Updates – Saranda, Tata Steel, CMPDI, NTPC Jharkhand Offers to Notify 250 sq km of Saranda Forest as Sanctuary, Seeks 60 sq km Exemption The Jharkhand Government told the Supreme Court it is ready to declare 250 sq km of Saranda forest as a sanctuary, excluding 60 sq km citing dense tribal habitation. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal presented maps showing minimal habitation in the proposed area. The court, however, warned that excluding 60 sq km may affect forest contiguity and sought details of mining activity before the next hearing on 27th October. Maoists Oppose Plan to Declare Saranda…
The Union Government has allowed Adani Power’s 2×800 MW ultra-supercritical thermal plant in Jharkhand’s Godda district to connect with the Indian electricity grid, a move that ends the company’s six-year exclusive export of power to Bangladesh. The clearance enables the Adani Group company to sell power to domestic distribution utilities amid ongoing payment delays from Dhaka. Also Read: Gautam Adani to Grace IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s Centenary Celebration, 100 Rupees Coin to Be Released New grid link after regulatory clearance According to Media Reports, the Union Power Ministry issued an order on 29th September granting Adani Power (Jharkhand) Limited, now Adani…
Jharkhand Headlines Santal Pargana Poised to Become Jharkhand’s Industrial Powerhouse With an estimated 15.05 billion tonnes of coal spread across 28 identified blocks in Dumka, Pakur, Godda, and Deoghar, Santal Pargana is set to emerge as Jharkhand’s new industrial and energy hub. Valued at over Rs. 30 lakh crores, the reserves could generate Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 60,000 crores in state revenue and create around 1.68 lakh direct and indirect jobs, boosting regional growth and infrastructure. PVUNL Successfully Completes 72-Hour Trial of Unit-1 at Patratu Thermal Project Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) successfully completed a 72-hour trial run of…
The Jharkhand Industries Department has introduced a Green Audit Scheme for eligible units operating in the Adityapur Auto Cluster. The initiative will help industrial units assess their efficiency in energy, water, and raw material use while ensuring adherence to environmental norms. The scheme also offers Government subsidy to reduce the financial burden of the audit process. Also Read: JIDCO, JIADA, Invest India Partnered with XLRI to Shape Jharkhand’s Industrial Vision Audit to Promote Resource Efficiency and Compliance Under the programme, the audit will examine how industries manage energy consumption, water usage, material utilization, and waste disposal. Recommendations will be provided…
The Banharadi Coal Project Displaced Committee met Circle Officer (CO) Sumit Kumar Jha on Wednesday to raise concerns about widespread discrepancies in land survey records related to the ongoing coal acquisition process. The delegation, led by Zila Parishad member Saroj Devi, informed the CO about multiple errors in land entries within Bari Panchayat, urging prompt correction to protect the rights of local raiyats affected by the project. Also Read: IRFC Sanctioned Rs. 3388 Crores Loan to PVUNL for Banhardi Coal Block CO Promised Land Correction Camp and Public Hearing Responding to the delegation, CO Sumit Kumar Jha assured that a…
The district administration successfully completed the auction of eight Sand Ghats in Latehar, securing a total bid value of Rs. 8.68 crores. The contract was awarded to Research Comotrade Pvt Ltd, a Kolkata based company, which offered the highest bid of Rs. 8,68,50,000. The auction took place at the District Collectorate, where District Mining Officer Md. Nadeem Shafi confirmed that only two companies, Asbolus Pvt Ltd and Research Comotrade Pvt Ltd took part in the bidding process. Also Read: High Court Refused to Lift Ban on Sand and Minor Minerals in Jharkhand Eight Ghats Leased for Sand Extraction Across Latehar…