Everything about Jharkhand – From Headlines to Heritage.
The recent decision by the Jharkhand state government to limit the powers of the governor in appointing vice-chancellors and pro-vice-chancellors has sparked widespread political and constitutional debate. This shift in policy is not just an administrative reform—it challenges long-standing constitutional norms and the role of the governor as the chancellor of state universities.
Swachhta Survekshan is the world’s largest urban cleanliness survey conducted annually by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Government of India. The mission aims to assess the cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation status of cities and towns across the country.
Elephant Birth on Railway Tracks in Jharkhand: In an extraordinary instance of wildlife sensitivity, a train in Jharkhand’s elephant corridor halted operations for nearly two hours to allow a pregnant elephant to give birth safely on the tracks. The railway staff, in collaboration with forest officials, made the humane decision to pause, drawing national praise — including from Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. This moment signifies a shift towards cooperative wildlife governance, rather than reactive conflict management.
