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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.
Welcome to Jharkhandibaba.in, your trusted source for verified news and daily current affairs. In todayโs update dated 27 July 2025, we begin with a critical Jharkhand Flood Alert issued due to excessive monsoon rainfall across several districts. Alongside, we cover key national developments, including Indiaโs defence modernization, economic performance reports, educational reforms, and diplomatic outreach. Each section is organized for easy reading and is especially helpful for students and aspirants preparing for competitive exams like JPSC, UPSC, and other state-level exams. Stay informed with accurate and structured information every day.
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 reformโit challenges long-standing constitutional norms and the role of the governor as the chancellor of state universities.
Swachhta Survekshan is the worldโs 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 Jharkhandโs 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 โ including from Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. This moment signifies a shift towards cooperative wildlife governance, rather than reactive conflict management.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday virtually inaugurated Govindpur Road, Rajmahal, and Shankarpur railway stations in Jharkhand that were redeveloped at a cost of over โน21 crore, officials said. The three stations were among the 103 Amrit Bharat stations across the country inaugurated by PM Modi.
Water โ the essence of life, the lifeline of agriculture, and a sacred element in Indian tradition โ is scarce. In a state like Jharkhand, blessed with rivers, forests, and rains, the irony is that many villages still suffer from dry taps, parched lands, and vanishing streams.
In a welcome move, the Jharkhand government has decided to set up a Water Conservation Commission, a dedicated body that will conserve and manage water resources across the state. Itโs not just policyโitโs a promise.
Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Jharkhand government in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by senior advocate Prashant Bhushan. The PIL challenges the designation of Jamshedpur as an โindustrial cityโ, governed independently from the standard municipal framework, under Section 481 of the Jharkhand Municipal Act, 2011.
Ranchi, May 18 โ In a moment of pride for Jharkhand, two of its Members of Parliament โ Dr Nishikant Dubey (Godda) and Bidyut Varan Mahto (Jamshedpur) โ have been selected for the Sansad Ratna Awards 2025, which honour outstanding performance in the Indian Parliament.
