Everything about Jharkhand โ From Headlines to Heritage.
The Partition of India in 1947 was one of the most tragic events in modern history. While independence brought freedom, it also created a deep wound โ the birth of India and Pakistan. This division claimed the lives of at least 6 lakh people, displaced 1.5 crore refugees, and unleashed a wave of communal violence, sexual atrocities, and psychological trauma.
India has achieved 20% ethanol blending (E20) in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original 2030 target and well before the revised 2025 goal. Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri called this a historic moment for the countryโs energy, environmental, and agricultural sectors.
Ranchiโs Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park has a brand-new resident who is set to steal hearts โ โMistyโ, a 6-year-old female northern giraffe. Arriving from Kolkataโs Alipore Zoological Park under an animal exchange programme, Mistyโs arrival marks a significant addition to the zooโs biodiversity and visitor attractions.
India is powering ahead in the race for resource independence, and leading that charge is IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, which has officially been recognised as a Critical Minerals Centre under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM). This landmark development not only enhances India’s scientific and industrial prowess but also places Jharkhand on the global innovation map for critical mineral exploration.
HC Orders PESA Implementation in Jharkhand by Sept 6. In a decisive legal intervention, the Jharkhand High Court has directed the state government to implement PESA (Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas) rules by September 6, 2025. This ruling is not just a legal orderโit is a long-overdue call to action aimed at safeguarding the rights of tribal communities in Jharkhandโs Scheduled Areas.
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren passed away on August 4, 2025, at the age of 81. He had been undergoing treatment for kidney-related ailments at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, since June 19. He was on life support after suffering a stroke and passed away at 8:56 AM with his family by his side.
In a remarkable archaeological breakthrough, researchers have discovered the first confirmed Harappan settlement in Rajasthanโs desert zone. This site, known as Ratadiya Ri Dheri, lies deep in the Jaisalmerย district and has now placed Rajasthan prominently on the Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) map.
Registered Post to be Merged with Speed Postโthis landmark decision by the Department of Posts will reshape the way mail is handled across India. Starting September 1, 2025, the services will be consolidated under the Speed Post umbrella, aiming for greater efficiency and improved customer convenience.
In a powerful address during his Mann Ki Baat broadcast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted a compelling story of grassroots transformation in Jharkhand. He narrated the inspiring journey of Om Prakash Sahu, a youth from Gumla districtโa region once plagued by Maoist violence, now emerging as a center of peace, entrepreneurship, and hope.
Statistics Day 2025 witnessed a landmark achievement in Indiaโs data governance journey. Celebrated annually on June 29, this yearโs event marked the 75th anniversary of the National Sample Survey (NSS) and the launch of a transformative digital initiative โ the GoIStats mobile application.
