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March 31, 2026 1:59 PM

Hockey India Sub Jr. Women National C’ship to begin in Ranchi on April 1

The 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2026 is scheduled to start on April 1 in Ranchi, Jharkhand. It will continue until April 12 and will feature a division-based format, a competitive structure introduced by Hockey India across national championships last year. Division ‘A’ consists of 12 teams split into four pools. The knockout rounds start on April 9 and conclude with the Final on April 12. Hockey Jharkhand, the host, leads Pool A, joined by Bihar (BSSA) and Ho...

March 29, 2026 10:10 AM

Vice President Radhakrishnan urges IIM Ranchi students to lead with integrity, social responsibility

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Saturday called upon students to embrace ethical leadership, social responsibility, and national commitment while addressing the 15th Annual Convocation of Indian Institute of Management Ranchi in Jharkhand. Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice President emphasised that management education must extend beyond boardrooms and balance sheets to address real-world challenges and contribute to inclusive growth. “Choose Character Over Shortcuts” Highlighting ...

March 10, 2026 4:41 PM

Cabinet approves ₹4,474 crore railway multitracking projects in West Bengal and Jharkhand

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved two railway multitracking projects with a total estimated cost of ₹4,474 crore to strengthen rail infrastructure in eastern India. The projects, proposed by the Ministry of Railways, include the construction of the fourth rail lines on the Sainthia–Pakur and Santragachi–Kharagpur routes. Together, the projects will expand the Indian Railways network by about 192 kilometres across five d...

February 26, 2026 4:20 PM

President Murmu attends ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ ceremony of Sri Jagannath Temple in Jamshedpur

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday participated in the 'Bhoomi Pujan' ceremony of the Sri Jagannath Temple in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. The ceremony was organised by the Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust in the Kolhan region. Addressing the gathering, the President described Mahaprabhu Jagannath as the Lord of the entire universe whose grace is bestowed equally upon all, without discrimination. She said the Kolhan region represents a unique confluence of vibrant triba...

February 24, 2026 4:06 PM

Cabinet approves three railway multitracking projects worth ₹9,072 Crore

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved three multitracking projects of the Ministry of Railways at an estimated cost of ₹9,072 crore. The projects will expand the Indian Railways network by about 307 kilometres across eight districts in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. The approved projects include the Gondia-Jabalpur doubling, Punarakh-Kiul third and fourth line, and Gamharia-Chandil third and fourth line. Once...

December 30, 2025 3:54 PM

President Murmu addresses Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam-Kartik Jatra in Jharkhand’s Gumla

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh - Kartik Jatra in Gumla, Jharkhand, highlighting the rich legacy of tribal leaders and the need to preserve indigenous heritage while embracing modern development. Speaking at the event, the President said that visiting Jharkhand, the birthplace and workplace of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, felt like a pilgrimage to her. She described Birsa Munda as a powerful symbol of social justice and tribal pride, revered across the c...

December 29, 2025 4:58 PM

President Murmu attends 22nd Parsi Maha, Ol Chiki centenary celebrations in Jamshedpur

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday addressed the closing ceremony of 22nd Parsi Maha and centenary celebrations of the Ol Chiki script in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, highlighting the importance of language, culture and indigenous knowledge in nation-building. Speaking at the event, the President said the Santhal community has a rich tradition of language, literature and culture. However, before the creation of a dedicated script, the Santhali language was written in multiple scripts such as Roman, D...

July 31, 2025 7:26 PM

President Murmu graces first convocation of AIIMS Deoghar, emphasizes inclusive healthcare

President Droupadi Murmu attended the first convocation ceremony of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Deoghar on Thursday, where she urged graduating doctors to embrace compassion, community engagement, and inclusive healthcare alongside clinical excellence. Addressing students, faculty, and dignitaries, President Murmu highlighted the importance of expanding AIIMS Deoghar’s focus beyond tertiary care to actively support primary healthcare delivery. “Primary care is the fo...

July 29, 2025 3:47 PM

PM Modi expresses grief over death of Kanwariyas in Deoghar road accident

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condoled the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Jharkhand’s Deoghar district that claimed the lives of five Kanwariyas and left several others injured. The Prime Minister extended his condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) expressed grief over the tragedy. In a post on X, the PMO said, "The road accident that occurred in Deoghar, Jharkhand, is extremely tragic. I ...

July 10, 2025 2:10 PM

Shravani Mela begins in Deoghar, lakhs of Kanwariyas embark on 108 km pilgrimage

Shravani Mela commenced on Thursday at Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand, with lakhs of Kanwariyas thronging the sacred town to begin their month-long pilgrimage during the holy month of Sawan. The fair was formally inaugurated at Dumma, on the Jharkhand–Bihar border, in a traditional ceremony marked by Vedic chants. Jharkhand ministers Sudivya Kumar Sonu, Deepika Pandey Singh, and Sanjay Prasad Yadav jointly inaugurated the event. Baba Baidyanath Dham, home to Kamna Mahadev, one of...