Jharkhand

Khunti (Jharkhand): Barely 50 kilometers from the state capital Ranchi, a disturbing picture of Jharkhand’s crumbling healthcare system has emerged from Torpa Government Referral Hospital in Khunti district. In the absence of a doctor, a security guard was seen treating an injured patient, a scene that starkly highlights the dire condition of medical services in 21st-century India and 25-year-old Jharkhand. According to reports, two youths — Naushad from Masjid Mohalla and Roshan from Kamdara — were seriously injured in a road accident near Torpa. Local villagers immediately called for an ambulance, but none arrived. Left with no choice, they rushed the victims to the hospital in a private vehicle. When the patients reached the hospital, no doctor was on duty. Seeing the young men wr...

Ranchi: The winter chill has arrived early in Jharkhand, with the Meteorological Department issuing a cold wave alert for six districts from 10th to 12th November. Residents of Palamu, Garhwa, Chatra, Gumla, Latehar, and Lohardaga have been advised to take precautions as minimum temperatures are expected to drop further during this period. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures in most parts of the state have already fallen by 1–3°C over the past 24 hours, and the trend is expected to continue. Khunti recorded the lowest temperature at 9°C, while Koderma, Garhwa, and Chatra registered 11°C. Dense morning fog is also likely, which may affect visibility. The northwest winds are contributing to the sharp fall in temperatures, with minimum readings dropping ...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: A week after the brutal killing of Ranjit Mahto in Khunti district, police have uncovered the shocking motive behind the murder. Investigations reveal that family rivalry and resentment over a second marriage led to the deadly conspiracy. Details of the Crime The victim, Ranjit Mahto, a resident of Sonahatu, Ranchi, was found mutilated near Kadma Pond, Dahupidi area on October 31. The following day, authorities confirmed the body belonged to him. Mahto lived in a rented accommodation in Girjatoli, Mahavir Colony, Khunti town. First Wife’s Involvement According to SDPO Varun Kumar Rajak, Ranjit’s second marriage to Renu Devi enraged his first wife, Sugi Devi. Out of vengeance, she allegedly conspired with her nephew Sonu Mahto and two other accomplices to kill...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: Jharkhand is reeling from two separate shocking incidents across Dumka and Godda districts, spreading fear and alarm among locals. Dumka: 17-Year-Old Girl Beheaded In Dumka district, authorities discovered the beheaded body of a 17-year-old girl from Dighi village, Sariahat police station area. The grisly discovery was made on Thursday, with the severed head found a short distance from the body. Police Investigation:Police Station In-Charge Rajendra Kumar stated that the preliminary investigation suggests a well-planned murder, possibly committed by someone close to the victim. The victim’s father had earlier filed a complaint on November 4, accusing two youths of allegedly attempting to elope with his daughter. Post-mortem examinations have been conducted, and ...

Devghar, Jharkhand: In a shocking incident from Devghar, a husband and wife lost their lives after a violent altercation escalated over a minor disagreement. The tragic episode unfolded in a rented house in the Belabagan area of Devghar city, where Ravi Sharma (30) and his wife Lovely Sharma (24) were found dead, both apparently attacked with sharp weapons. According to police, the couple had a dispute late Tuesday night which escalated into a deadly confrontation. Both reportedly attacked each other with a knife, resulting in fatal injuries. A knife was recovered from the scene. Bodies Found in Rented House Neighbors alerted the police after failing to contact the couple on Wednesday morning. On arrival, officers discovered both Ravi and Lovely Sharma lying in a pool of blood ins...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: In a historic move, Tadasha Mishra, a 1994-batch IPS officer of the Jharkhand cadre, has been appointed as the acting Director General of Police (DGP) of Jharkhand. She assumes charge following the resignation of former DGP Anurag Gupta, whose resignation was accepted by the state government two days ago. The race for this top post included senior officers like 1992-batch IPS officers Anil Palta and Prashant Singh, as well as 1993-batch officer M.S. Bhatia, but ultimately, the government entrusted the state’s police leadership to Tadasha Mishra. Her appointment is seen as a step toward bringing renewed energy and direction to Jharkhand Police. Career and Tough Image in Bokaro Tadasha Mishra made a name for herself as a strict and decisive officer during her tenu...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: A violent clash broke out between two groups during a Kartik Purnima procession in Giridih district on Wednesday, leaving at least 20 people injured. In a separate incident in Palamu district, a 25-year-old man was arrested for allegedly raping a 43-year-old woman. Violence Erupts During Religious Procession in GiridihThe incident occurred in the Tarathand police station area of Giridih when a minor dispute during the procession quickly escalated into a full-scale clash. According to eyewitnesses, the tension originated on Tuesday evening during the Tulsi Vivah celebrations while the wedding procession was passing through the village. On Wednesday morning, when the Kartik Purnima procession approached Kali Mandir, members of the opposing group attempted to stop the pr...

Ranchi, Jharkhand: Ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, thousands of Biharis residing across cities in Jharkhand are returning to their native villages to exercise their voting rights. Carrying hopes, dreams, and aspirations for a better future, they are eager to see the new government address issues such as education, employment, and migration. Many voters had already returned home during festivals, and now they are staying back to cast their ballots in the elections. Traveling by buses and trains, these migrants expressed optimism about the change that voting might bring. Hopes of Freedom from Forced MigrationSujit Kumar, a businessman who moved to Kantatoli two years ago, said he would return to his hometown, Navinagar, to vote in the second phase of polling. “I am voting in the...

Deoghar, Jharkhand: The bodies of a newlywed couple were discovered under mysterious circumstances in their rented home in the Belabagan Kalibari area of Deoghar on Wednesday afternoon. The deceased have been identified as Ravi Sharma (30) and Lovely Sharma (24), who had been married for nearly a year. According to police, the door of the couple’s room was locked from the inside. When neighbors received no response despite knocking, they alerted the landlord, who then informed the police. Upon breaking the door, authorities found both bodies inside the room. The shocking incident quickly drew a large crowd outside the house. A forensic team was called to the scene to collect evidence and investigate. Preliminary inquiries suggest the possibility of a murder followed by suicide, thoug...