Welcome to Jharkhand News Digest’s daily current affairs roundup for April 8, 2025 – your one-stop source for all the major developments relevant to JPSC and JSSC aspirants. From Supreme Court verdicts shaping federal dynamics to breakthroughs in renewable energy and updates on governance reforms in Jharkhand, we’ve filtered the news that truly matters for your exam preparation.
🛡️ Terrorism Curbed but Not Eliminated: Amit Shah’s J&K Visit
Source: The Pioneer (Ranchi Edition)
Summary:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the BSF outpost in Kathua, Jammu, and acknowledged that while terrorism has been significantly reduced in Jammu & Kashmir, the mission is yet to be fully accomplished. He emphasized enhanced border security with technological interventions and paid tribute to martyred BSF officers.
Key Points to Remember:
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26 experimental technologies being tested for infiltration and tunnel detection.
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Tech-driven border security plan to cover India-Pakistan and India-Bangladesh borders.
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Martyrs’ families given compassionate appointments.
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BSF praised as first line of defense; reference to extreme operational conditions.
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The focus remains on complete elimination of separatist ideologies.
🌡️ Heatwave Hits Delhi: Yellow Alert Issued
Source: The Pioneer
Summary:
The IMD reported that Delhi crossed 40°C for the first time this season. A yellow alert has been issued, with the heatwave expected to persist for the next few days across northern India.
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Safdarjung recorded 40.1°C; Ridge and Ayanagar crossed 41°C.
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Yellow alert indicates health risks: advises hydration and protective clothing.
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Temperatures have risen 3–6.9°C above normal in the first week of April.
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Drop in temperatures expected after April 10.
📊 BJP Receives ₹2,243 Crore in Political Donations: ADR Report
Source: The Pioneer
Summary:
The BJP declared the highest political donations in FY 2023–24, as per a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The total declared donations across national parties stood at ₹2,544 crore.
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BJP received 88% of total donations, a 211% increase from last year.
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Congress received ₹281 crore; AAP saw a 70% decline.
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Most donations came from corporate/business sectors (₹2,262 crore).
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BSP reported zero donations for the 18th consecutive year.
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Many parties missed the ECI reporting deadline.
🔥 Markets Crash Over Global Tariff War Fears
Source: The Avenue Mail, The Pioneer
Summary:
Sensex and Nifty witnessed their worst single-day fall in 10 months, wiping out ₹14 lakh crore in investor wealth. Triggered by global tariff tensions initiated by Donald Trump and retaliated by China.
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Sensex fell 2,226 pts; Nifty down 742 pts.
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All sectoral indices saw sharp declines; metals and realty hit hardest.
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Tata Group alone lost ₹90,000 crore in market value.
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Fear of recession due to escalating US-China trade war.
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Investors cautious amidst global economic uncertainty.
🛢️ LPG Price Hiked by ₹50; Excise Duty Raised on Fuel
Source: The Pioneer, The Avenue Mail
Summary:
Effective April 8, LPG prices have been hiked by ₹50 per cylinder for all users, citing increased Saudi CP rates and under-recoveries by oil companies. Excise duty on petrol and diesel also increased by ₹2/litre.
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New LPG price: ₹553 for Ujjwala beneficiaries, ₹853 for general consumers.
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Excise duty on petrol now ₹13/litre; diesel ₹10/litre.
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₹32,000 crore revenue expected from fuel duty hike.
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Oil PSUs suffered ₹41,338 crore losses in FY 2024–25.
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Retail fuel prices unchanged due to international oil price drop.
⚖️ SC Slams UP Police: Rule of Law Broken in Civil Case FIRs
Source: The Pioneer
Summary:
The Supreme Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh Police for misusing criminal law in civil disputes, calling it a “complete breakdown of rule of law.”
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FIRs filed for civil disputes like cheque bounce and monetary recovery.
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CJI directed investigating officer to justify FIR in witness box.
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Criminal law misuse seen as a serious constitutional violation.
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Proceedings stayed against the accused, but civil recovery allowed.
⚖️ Anticipatory Bail Granted to 18 Accused in JPSC Scam
Source: The Avenue Mail
Summary:
Jharkhand High Court granted anticipatory bail to 18 accused in the JPSC-One recruitment scam despite CBI opposition. The case involves manipulation of results and irregularities in appointments.
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Bail granted after CBI special court had rejected it earlier.
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Chargesheets filed against 37 accused including officials and examiners.
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High-profile scam with implications for public service transparency.
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Case continues to be monitored by the judiciary and CBI.
🧑⚖️ ST/SC Sub-Plan Funding Cut, Claims Jharkhand Minister
Source: The Avenue Mail
Summary:
Jharkhand Finance Minister alleged that the Centre reduced SC/ST sub-plan allocations, affecting development for Dalits and Adivasis in Jharkhand.
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₹5,990.6 crore received in 3 years; ₹10,000 crore was expected.
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National demand for a legal mechanism to prevent fund diversion.
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Congress warned of agitation if no law is made.
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Alleged nationwide budgetary loss of ₹17 lakh crore to SC/ST communities.
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ST population in Jharkhand: 86 lakh; SC: 39 lakh.
✈️ Jharkhand to Host First Air Show: Surya Kiran on April 19–20
Source: The Avenue Mail
Summary:
The Indian Air Force will conduct a grand air show in Ranchi. CM Hemant Soren and other dignitaries to attend.
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Scheduled at Namkum Army Ground.
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Intended to inspire youth and showcase IAF capabilities.
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Part of broader Defence Expo proposal for Jharkhand.
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CM Soren gave positive signals to organize more defense events in the state.
🇮🇳🌍 Crown Prince of Dubai to Visit India
Source: The Avenue Mail
Summary:
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum begins a two-day visit to India. Meetings scheduled with PM Modi and key ministers.
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High-level business delegation accompanying him.
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Aims to boost India-UAE bilateral relations.
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Strategic discussions on defense and economic collaboration.
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PM to host a working lunch; visit reflects strengthening Gulf ties.
