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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.
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 RenewalΒ 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 Jharkhandβs 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.
The Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Company Limited (JUDCO), a state government undertaking under the Department of Urban Development & Housing, is leading Jharkhandβs urban transformation. Established to plan, execute, and manage large urban infrastructure projects, JUDCO plays a pivotal role in modernising city spaces, developing smart amenities, and strengthening the state’s economic growth.
