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Jharkhand govt tables Rs 8,399 crore supplementary budget for FY'27 in assembly

Jharkhand's government tabled a supplementary budget of Rs 8,399 crore for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Rural Development Department received the largest allocation of Rs 4,258.67 crore. School Education and Literacy Department secured Rs 946.30 crore for its initiatives. The state's credit-deposit ratio has increased to approximately 55 percent. The…

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Jharkhand job exam stir: Man throws ink at AISA's Neha Bora, detained

An ink-throwing incident occurred during a protest march to the Jharkhand Assembly on Friday. Neha Bora, the All India Students' Association president, was targeted by a man. The man accused Bora of being anti-national and supporting Umar Khalid. Bora stated she would not be intimidated by the act. Police detained…

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Jharkhand job exam stir: Protester on hunger strike taken to hospital after his health deteriorates

One protester's health declined during a hunger strike against Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities. Rahul Kranti was hospitalized after his condition worsened on Friday morning. He had been fasting since Tuesday night, joining other demonstrators. The protest against alleged exam irregularities has now entered its fourteenth day. Student unions announced a…

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Jharkhand protestors form 11-member panel for talks with government over recruitment exam row

Jharkhand students protesting exam irregularities formed an 11-member delegation for government talks. The JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch seeks cancellation of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Examination. They also demand an independent investigation into the alleged recruitment process irregularities. Protesters are calling for comprehensive reforms in both JPSC and JSSC commissions. Chief…

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Jharkhand exam row: Students threaten Assembly gherao on Aug 10

Jharkhand students will gherao the Vidhan Sabha on August 10 if demands are unmet. They are protesting alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC CGL recruitment examinations. Protesters demand cancellation of exams conducted by TDPL and CBI/ED investigations. The state government has formed a ministerial team to discuss student concerns. The…

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Jharkhand student protest: Devendra Nath Mahato denies ending hunger strike, says fast to continue until demands are met

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahato denied ending his hunger strike over recruitment exam issues. He stated his fast continues, only consuming water on advice from Sonam Wangchuk. Protesters reiterated Mahato has not withdrawn his protest, which continues until demands are met. The Jharkhand government initiated talks with protesting students regarding…

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Jharkhand exam irregularities: CID arrests 5 more, total arrests reach 19

Jharkhand CID has arrested five more individuals in the JPSC exam irregularities case. This brings the total number of arrests in the ongoing investigation to nineteen. Chief Minister Hemant Soren briefed the Governor on the alleged irregularities and ongoing protests. The government assures students that their concerns will be seriously…

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Jharkhand paper leak protest: Student leader says hunger strike still on, no stepping back

The student agitation over alleged paper leaks and recruitment irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC exams is gaining momentum in Jharkhand. Its leader, Devendra Nath Mahto, has dismissed reports that he has called off his hunger strike.

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Rahul Gandhi spreading "false narrative" over July 20 student protest: BJP's Sambit Patra questions his silence on Jharkhand aspirants

BJP MP Sambit Patra accused Rahul Gandhi of politicizing student protests and spreading false narratives. Patra clarified the BJP's response targeted Gandhi, not the young protesters themselves. He rejected allegations of pellet gun use and police excesses during the demonstration. Patra also questioned Gandhi's selective approach to student issues and…

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At least 14 killed by lightning in a day in eastern India

Ten of the deaths were in Giridih district in Jharkhand, a state of about 40 million people in India's mineral belt

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Jharkhand protest: Sonam Wangchuk offers support to student leader Devendra Mahato; urges him to call off hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk spoke with student leader Devendra Nath Mahato regarding ongoing protests. Mahato agreed to consume water and salt after Wangchuk's assurance of continued support. Wangchuk urged Mahato to end his hunger strike, calling it a critical health risk. Mahato stated he would continue his food strike until the…

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Hepatitis B Infection Is Spreading Through Indian Households and Most Carriers Skip Screening

India's hepatitis B numbers are larger than most people realiseThe World Health Organization estimates that India has approximately 40 million people living with chronic hepatitis B infection, roughly 3 to 4 percent of the population. That figure makes India one of the highest-burden countries in the world, sitting alongside sub-Saharan…

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Indian Paradise Flycatcher: The White Phantom of Forests and What Its Disappearance Means for Wildlife

A Bird Built Like No OtherThe male Indian paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi) carries tail feathers that can stretch up to 24 centimetres beyond its body, nearly three times its own torso length. In breeding plumage, the male shifts from a chestnut-and-black form to a white phase so complete it looks…

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CJP extends support to students protesting in Jharkhand over alleged JPSC exam irregularities

Students in Jharkhand continued protesting in Ranchi over alleged irregularities in JPSC, JSSC CGL and other competitive exams, demanding greater transparency, cancellation of tainted exams and accountability for alleged lapses. Protesters also organised a Mashal March and urged the Hemant Soren government to hold talks with them.

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India's next election could be decided by Gen Zs in Hindi heartland

India's next election could hinge on Gen Z voters concentrated in the Hindi heartland. A TOI analysis based on UN population estimates, Census projections and USC research shows Bihar, UP and Jharkhand have the highest shares of young voters, reshaping future electoral strategies.

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Pakistan-linked Jaish terror module: Jharkhand influencer Arpita Sarkar, Hamim Mondal’s girlfriend, arrested over alleged honeytrap role

An aspiring influencer from Jharkhand was arrested for alleged terror module involvement. She reportedly helped her boyfriend, a suspected Jaish operative, with honey-trapping activities. Digital evidence, including Instagram conversations, played a key role in the investigation. The module allegedly targeted VIPs and planned to create unrest in Delhi. The woman…

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Weather forecast for July 31, 2026: Check IMD rain alerts for Delhi, Gujarat, Kerala and more

Heavy rainfall is expected across large parts of India on Friday. Active monsoon conditions will persist over north, central, east, and southern regions. Several states are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds have also been forecast. Intense monsoon activity will continue…

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Ishan Kishan named East Zone captain for Duleep Trophy 2026-27, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi appointed deputy

Ishan Kishan will lead the East Zone team in the upcoming Duleep Trophy season. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed as the vice-captain for the tournament. Experienced players like Mohammed Shami and Mukesh Kumar will bolster the bowling attack. Riyan Parag and Akash Deep are unavailable as they recover from surgeries.…

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Misir Besra arrested: CPI (Maoist) politburo member wanted in 141 cases held in Jharkhand

Misir Besra, a senior CPI (Maoist) politburo member carrying a reward of over Rs 1 crore and wanted in 141 cases, has been arrested from Jharkhand's Dhanbad district, police said. Two other Maoists were also held during the operation, while 16 Maoists, including members carrying combined rewards, surrendered before Jharkhand…

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Weather Tomorrow, July 29: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan & more states; check IMD forecast

Weather Tomorrow, July 29: A deep depression is forecast to bring widespread heavy rainfall across India on Wednesday. This system will move inland from eastern India, influencing central and eastern regions significantly. Central India, including Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, expects extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas. Northern states like Delhi…

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Why the Indian Pangolin Tops Global Wildlife Trafficking and What Conservation Efforts Are Changing

The Animal That Curls Into a Ball and Cannot RunThe Indian pangolin's primary defence is to roll into a tight armoured ball. Against a leopard, this works. Against a poacher with a sack, it is a gift. The animal does not bite, does not flee at speed, and emits no…

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Weather today, July 21: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Assam as active monsoon returns

Weather today, July 21: The India Meteorological Department forecasts a monsoon surge bringing heavy rains. Widespread rainfall is expected across north, east, and northeast India this week. Delhi, Mumbai, and several other states will witness moderate to heavy showers. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand face extremely heavy rainfall, risking landslides. Residents…

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Tata Steel to invest Rs 10,000 crore in Jharkhand projects by 2028, creating 2,000 jobs

Tata Steel plans a significant Rs 10,000 crore investment in Jharkhand projects by 2028. This expansion aims to boost steelmaking capacity to 40 million tonnes per annum. The company will introduce innovative HIsarna technology for low-carbon iron production. Investments will also enhance the Tinplate Division and Combi mill operations. These…

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Weather Today, July 20: Heavy Rain expected for Assam, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Odisha, Kerala; active showers likely in Delhi-NCR

Weather today, July 20: Heavy rainfall is expected across many Indian regions today. The monsoon continues to bring showers and thunderstorms to various states. Several states are on alert for potential flooding and landslides due to heavy rains. Light to moderate showers are predicted for Delhi-NCR and other northern areas.…

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How the Silkworm's Cocoon Rewrote Trade, Warfare, and the Course of Human Civilisation

The Animal That Cannot Exist Without UsBombyx mori, the mulberry silkworm, is the only fully domesticated insect in the world outside the honeybee. It is blind. It cannot fly. Its wild ancestor, Bombyx mandarina, still exists in China and Japan, but Bombyx mori cannot survive outside human care, five thousand…

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