The Jharkhand High Court sought an explanation from Chatra SP Sumit Agrawal over the alleged illegal detention of a minor student and scheduled further hearing for February 27.
A massive fire at Steel Gate vegetable market in Saraidhela, Dhanbad destroyed over 12 shops; four fire engines controlled the blaze as police investigate the suspected cause.
Four accused have been arrested in the December 24 Vijay Tirkey murder case in Harudih village of Chandil, with an SIT formed under SP Mukesh Kumar Lunayat’s direction.
Five sadhus were assaulted and their Bolero damaged in Bokaro’s Banshidih after child theft rumors spread, leading to police rescue and investigation in Chas.
An elephant herd strayed onto the Chaibasa-Dangoaposi railway line, halting train services for hours before authorities resumed operations with speed restrictions and special alerts.
A pickup van carrying 11–12 workers overturned near Khetan Factory in Dhalbhumgarh, killing mason Mangal Munda and injuring several others, who were referred to MGM Hospital.
Jharkhand government announces Rs 20,000 self-employment loan for women under Maiya Samman Yojana to boost economic independence and grassroots entrepreneurship across the state.
The Divisional Rail Users’ Consultative Committee held its third meeting in Chakradharpur, where railway officials and stakeholder representatives discussed passenger facility improvements and service quality enhancements across the division.
Union Minister Sanjay Seth defended the Union Budget in Bokaro, rejecting claims of Jharkhand neglect and citing benefits for health, MSMEs, tourism, and skill development.
A cow was rescued in Seraikela’s Adityapur area after Gau Raksha members intercepted a pickup van, detaining one suspect while police search for the driver.
The Seraikela district transport department organised a road safety marathon, with the DC and SP running alongside students to promote traffic awareness and safe driving practices.
An unidentified woman’s half-naked body was found near BS City College in Bokaro, prompting police to suspect sexual assault and murder as forensic investigation continues.
Kapali Nagar Parishad carried out an encroachment removal drive on Top Chowk Road, citing traffic congestion complaints and urging vendors to shift to designated vending zones.
West Bengal voter list revision sparks row as TMC claims 63 percent deleted names are Hindus, while BJP questions data without Election Commission confirmation.
Baridih High School in Jamshedpur gains senior secondary status, enabling local students to study humanities and commerce under the new education policy.