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Elephant Birth on Railway Tracks in Jharkhand: In an extraordinary instance of wildlife sensitivity, a train in Jharkhandβs 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 β 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 βΉ21 crore, officials said. The three stations were among the 103 Amrit Bharat stations across the country inaugurated by PM Modi.
Water β the essence of life, the lifeline of agriculture, and a sacred element in Indian tradition β 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. Itβs not just policyβitβs 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 βindustrial cityβ, governed independently from the standard municipal framework, under Section 481 of the Jharkhand Municipal Act, 2011.
Ranchi, May 18 β In a moment of pride for Jharkhand, two of its Members of Parliament β Dr Nishikant Dubey (Godda) and Bidyut Varan Mahto (Jamshedpur) β have been selected for the Sansad Ratna Awards 2025, which honour outstanding performance in the Indian Parliament.
The Vice President of India formally released the Bandaru Dattatreya autobiography titled “Janta Ki Kahani Meri Aatmkatha“. This significant event marks the addition of an essential political memoir to Indian literature, offering a deep reflection on the countryβs political landscape and administrative frameworks.
The Central Government recently invoked the Civil Defence Rules 1968 to authorise emergency powers for state governments in light of emerging national security concerns. This proactive step equips states with the tools they need to act quickly and decisively during:
Naxal Affected Districts List: After detailed consultation with Naxal-affected state governments, the central government removed Ranchi and Gumla from the list of Naxal-affected districts. This is part of a periodic review of security threats, based on progress in peace-building efforts and a decline in Naxal activity.
In a major development for teaching aspirants across Jharkhand, the state government has cancelled the earlier advertisement for the Jharkhand Teacher Eligibility Test (JTET). This decision, approved by Education Minister Ramdas Soren, has come amid concerns over discrepancies in the previously released syllabus. With over 3.5 lakh applicants in the last session alone, this update marks a critical turning point in Jharkhand’s teacher recruitment landscape.
The city of Ranchi has taken a significant legal step to control public unrest and manage civic order by banning all public protests at critical sites until early July. This action stems from India’s updated criminal procedure codeβBharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023βushering in new governance mechanisms.
India’s global diplomatic engagement continues to strengthen, with a prominent representation at Moscow Victory Day 2025. Minister of State for Defence and Jharkhand MP, Sanjay Seth, stood for India at the grand parade in Russia. The move reflects deepening strategic ties with Russia and Indiaβs intent to assert its place on global defence and diplomatic platforms. Here’s a full breakdown of this high-profile event.
1st Urdu Thesis Book: Dr. Arzoo Aar has released a pioneering book that compiles various Urdu theses written across the state. This is the first such scholarly effort undertaken in Jharkhand and has been received with widespread appreciation in academic circles.
Rohit Sharma Test retirement has officially been confirmed, bringing to a close a golden chapter in India’s red-ball cricket history. Known for his sublime timing, calm leadership, and tactical acumen, Rohit leaves behind an inspiring legacy in the longest format. The announcement, made just before the India vs England Test series squad selection, signals a strategic shift in team planning ahead of upcoming ICC events and Test tours.
With over 70,000 trade licenses issued in Jamshedpur alone, the city has cemented its role as Jharkhandβs commercial epicentre.Β This development suggests a fast-growing ecosystem of entrepreneurs, traders, and small businesses embracing formal channels. Jamshedpurβs rise can be attributed to improved urban infrastructure, ease of doing business initiatives, and digital platforms simplifying the registration process.
