New Delhi: The Union Government has released over ₹275 crore to Jharkhand under the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV Finance Commission) to strengthen rural governance and empower Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) across the state during the financial year 2025–26. The amount of ₹275.1253 crore represents the second installment of Untied Grants…
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President Murmu Performs Bhoomi Pujan at Jamshedpur Jagannath Temple
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand – President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu participated in the Bhoomi pujan ceremony of the Sri Jagannath Temple in Jamshedpur today, emphasizing the timeless values of devotion, charity, and social harmony. The ceremony was organized by the Shri Jagannath Spiritual and Cultural Charitable Centre Trust, highlighting its ongoing…
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Cabinet Approves ₹9,072 Cr Rail Multitracking Projects
The Union Cabinet has approved three major railway multitracking projects worth ₹9,072 crore, expanding the Indian Railways network by nearly 307 kilometres across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. The decision is expected to significantly improve freight capacity, ease congestion and strengthen regional connectivity. The projects were cleared by the…
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NHRC Steps In Over Jharkhand Workers Stranded in Dubai
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports highlighting the plight of Indian migrant workers from Jharkhand who have allegedly been stranded in Dubai under distressing circumstances. The reported incidents involve serious allegations of passport seizure, unpaid wages, and denial of basic…
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NMDC Diversifies with Coal Operations in Jharkhand
State-owned mining major NMDC marked a significant milestone in its growth journey on Friday with the commencement of coal mining operations at the Tokisud North Coal Mine in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh district. The inauguration of the project signals NMDC’s formal entry into the coal sector, marking a strategic shift beyond its…
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Consumer Affairs Pushes Faster Justice Digitally
The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, organised a Regional Workshop on Consumer Protection in Patna on 13 January 2026. Officials from Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha participated to discuss measures for faster grievance redressal, improved order compliance, and tackling challenges in digital markets, including dark patterns and…
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President Murmu Graces Kartik Jatra at Gumla, Highlights Tribal Legacy
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday graced and addressed the Antarrajyiy Jansanskritik Samagam Samaroh – Kartik Jatra at Gumla in Jharkhand, underlining the importance of preserving tribal heritage while embracing modern development. The cultural gathering brought together representatives of tribal communities from across states, celebrating shared traditions,…
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President Murmu Highlights NITs’ Role in Building Viksit Bharat
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu on Monday underscored the crucial role of premier technical institutions in shaping the country’s future while addressing the convocation ceremony of the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jamshedpur, in Jharkhand. Describing educational institutions as the “intellectual laboratories of the nation,” she urged graduating students…
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Centre Grants ₹723 Cr to Rural Bodies in Raj, Jhk
In a significant push to strengthen grassroots governance and rural development, the Union Government has released over ₹723 crore as grants to Rural Local Bodies and Panchayati Raj Institutions in Rajasthan and Jharkhand under the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC). The funds aim to empower village-level institutions, improve basic services,…
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President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Goa, Karnataka, Jharkhand Dec 27–30
President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day official visit to Goa, Karnataka and Jharkhand from December 27 to December 30, 2025, as part of a packed itinerary that spans defence preparedness, cultural heritage and higher education. The visit underscores the President’s engagement with diverse regions and institutions…