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The Jharkhand government has approved a new scheme aimed at empowering its lower-level administrative workforce. This scheme, known as the Jharkhand Mobile Allowance Scheme, grants financial support to officials for mobile purchases and monthly recharges, reinforcing the push for efficient e-governance.
Two state-of-the-art laboratoriesโJackfruit Processing Laboratory and Honey Testing Laboratoryโwere inaugurated at the ICAR Palandu Research Center. Supported by both the Jharkhand State Government and the Government of India, these initiatives aim to empower farmers with better post-harvest infrastructure and scientific support.
In a rare but increasingly worrying incident, Kosmos 482, a Soviet-era spacecraft launched in 1972, made an uncontrolled re-entry and splashed into the Bay of Bengal on May 11, 2025. This event highlights critical challenges surrounding ageing satellites, uncontrolled re-entry, and the broader concerns of space debris management.
In a landmark verdict, the Supreme Court of India ruled that equal and inclusive digital access is a fundamental right protected under Article 21 (Right to Life and Liberty). The ruling stems from a petition filed by acid attack survivors and visually impaired persons, who encountered severe barriers in completing digital Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for availing government schemes.
The Caste Enumeration in Census has been a long-debated demand in Indian polity and social justice discourse. With the Union Cabinet approving this major reform in the upcoming decennial Census, the government is set to conduct Indiaโs first caste census since 1931, excluding SCs and STs which are already enumerated. This move is politically, socially, and constitutionally significant โ with ripple effects expected across electoral politics, reservations, and welfare governance.
With climate change intensifying, the push for afforestation and carbon sequestration is more urgent than ever. The opinion piece published in The Hindu on April 30, 2025, emphasises how expanding tree cover is a key strategy for India to mitigate emissions and achieve environmental sustainability.
Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary, India’s first and only dedicated sanctuary for wolves, located in Latehar district, Jharkhand, represents a critical step toward conserving a species often misunderstood and maligned. This important move not only highlights India’s biodiversity commitment but also offers a sustainable model for protecting other lesser-known carnivores.
According to Article 93 of the Indian Constitution, “The House of the People shall, as soon as may be, choose two members to be Speaker and Deputy Speaker.” Similarly, Article 94 outlines the conditions under which these posts fall vacant.
DGP Anurag Gupta was scheduled to retire on 30 April 2025. The Jharkhand Government, however, extended his service tenure till July 2026 without seeking prior approval from the Central Government. This move contravened established norms regarding All India Services, prompting a swift response from the Centre.
The Jharkhand High Court has stayed the state government’s controversial order to remove Dr. Raj Kumar from his position as Director of the Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi. This development highlights the paramount importance of procedural fairness and constitutional safeguards in administrative decisions.
MLA Saryu Roy has made a fervent appeal for renegotiating Tata Lease Renewalย agreement concerning land in Jamshedpur. The lease, originally renewed in 2005 retrospectively, is under scrutiny for incorporating alleged unconstitutional clauses and failing to provide adequate public grievance redressal mechanisms. Roy emphasised that the terms of such crucial agreements should undergo public consultation and align with the Bihar Land Reforms Act.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren‘s Overseas Tour to Sweden and Spain has come to a successful close. He aims to accelerate industrial investment in the state through his engagements with global leaders and companies. His tour could signal a transformative phase for Jharkhandโs economy.
In an era defined by climate change and environmental degradation, nations worldwide are reshaping their economic strategies. India, a rapidly growing economy and a key player in global climate negotiations, has embraced “Green Budgeting” to weave sustainability into the core of its fiscal planning. The Union Budget 2025-26 marks a significant leap in India’s commitment to aligning economic growth with environmental responsibility.
