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Truck Collision Claims Two Lives in Jharkhand Motorcycle Accident

Truck Collision Claims Two Lives in Jharkhand Motorcycle Accident

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Two people died in Dumka, Jharkhand, after a truck collided with their motorcycle. The accident occurred on National Highway 133, and police are investigating.

Ranchi Police Investigate Death of Teenage Domestic Helper

Ranchi Police Investigate Death of Teenage Domestic Helper

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Police in Ranchi are investigating the death of a 16-year-old girl who was allegedly beaten to death. The girl was working as a domestic helper, and the official in whose house she resided is under suspicion.

Massive Mahapanchayat In Bihar Against Encounter Killing

Massive Mahapanchayat In Bihar Against Encounter Killing

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bharat Tiwari, a self-proclaimed social worker, was shot by an STF team after he surrendered near his Bilauti village but succumbed to injuries few hours later on June 17.

BJP Criticises Jharkhand Govt Over Minor Girl's Murder in Hazaribagh

BJP Criticises Jharkhand Govt Over Minor Girl's Murder in Hazaribagh

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

The BJP has launched a strong attack on the Jharkhand government following the murder of a minor girl in Hazaribagh, demanding swift action and compensation for the victim's family. The Congress party has also expressed concern over the incident and called for the immediate arrest of the culprits.

Jharkhand High Court Demands Explanation for Delay in Missing Woman Case

Jharkhand High Court Demands Explanation for Delay in Missing Woman Case

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Jharkhand High Court has directed the Bokaro Superintendent of Police to provide the case diary and details of the investigation into the disappearance of an 18-year-old woman, expressing concern over delays and potential lapses in the police investigation.

Man Killed in Jharkhand Goat Poisoning Dispute

Man Killed in Jharkhand Goat Poisoning Dispute

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A 55-year-old man was allegedly killed and his two sons injured after an attack related to a dispute over the poisoning of goats in Jharkhand's Garhwa district.

Police Constable Faces Charges for Alleged Vehicle Auction Scam

Police Constable Faces Charges for Alleged Vehicle Auction Scam

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

A police constable in Jharkhand is under investigation for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 39.60 lakh by promising cheap auctions of seized vehicles.

Jharkhand Ice Cream Factory Sex Racket Busted; Seven Arrested

Jharkhand Ice Cream Factory Sex Racket Busted; Seven Arrested

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Police in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district busted a sex racket operating at an ice cream factory, arresting seven people, including five women.

Elephant Tramples Pregnant Woman to Death in Jharkhand Village

Elephant Tramples Pregnant Woman to Death in Jharkhand Village

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

A pregnant woman was trampled to death by a wild elephant in the Goilkera area of Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district. The incident occurred when the woman went outside her home after suspecting elephant movement nearby.

Villagers Resist Coal Mining Survey Investigation in Jharkhand

Villagers Resist Coal Mining Survey Investigation in Jharkhand

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Villagers in Latehar district, Jharkhand, resisted a police investigation into the obstruction of a ground survey by a coal mining unit, citing the Panchayats Extension to the Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act.

Two Assaulted in Jharkhand Amid Childlifting Rumours

Two Assaulted in Jharkhand Amid Childlifting Rumours

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Two individuals were allegedly assaulted in Jharkhand's Deoghar and Koderma districts following rumours of childlifting. Authorities have launched an awareness campaign to combat the spread of misinformation and prevent further incidents.

Man Allegedly Killed By Son In Latehar District

Man Allegedly Killed By Son In Latehar District

Rediff.com21 May 2026

A 65-year-old man was allegedly killed by his son in Jharkhand's Latehar district following a domestic dispute. The accused has been arrested, and the police are investigating the incident.

Truck Accident and Road Construction Incident Claim Lives in Jharkhand

Truck Accident and Road Construction Incident Claim Lives in Jharkhand

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Two separate accidents in Jharkhand, India, resulted in the deaths of two individuals. A truck accident in Hazaribag district claimed two lives, while a road construction incident in Chatra district led to another fatality.

Man Held After Teenage Girl Gives Birth In Hospital

Man Held After Teenage Girl Gives Birth In Hospital

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Jharkhand's Giridih district on charges of rape after a 14-year-old girl delivered a baby at a government hospital.

NCW Probes Alleged Occult Killing of Girl in Jharkhand, Cites Lack of Cooperation

NCW Probes Alleged Occult Killing of Girl in Jharkhand, Cites Lack of Cooperation

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

The National Commission for Women (NCW) is investigating the alleged killing of a 12-year-old girl in Jharkhand's Hazaribagh district, reportedly as part of an occult ritual. The NCW panel visited the site and met with the victim's family and locals, but reported a lack of cooperation from local authorities in providing key documents related to the case.

Jharkhand Mob Lynching: Four Arrested for Killing Elderly Woman

Jharkhand Mob Lynching: Four Arrested for Killing Elderly Woman

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

Four people have been arrested in Jharkhand's Gumla district for allegedly lynching an elderly woman, suspecting her of being a child lifter. The incident occurred after rumours spread in Lagaba village, leading to the woman being beaten to death.

Lost Boy Returns: Jharkhand Teen Reunited with Family After 13 Years

Lost Boy Returns: Jharkhand Teen Reunited with Family After 13 Years

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

A boy from Jharkhand, India, who was separated from his family and ended up in Kerala after boarding the wrong train, has been reunited with them after 13 years. Raja Gope, now a footballer in Kerala, was found with the help of NGOs and police.

CRPF Jawan's Family Attacked: A Call For Justice

CRPF Jawan's Family Attacked: A Call For Justice

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

A CRPF jawan has sought protection for his family in Kanpur after a local history-sheeter allegedly attacked his home while he was on duty. The jawan's viral video highlights concerns for soldiers' families, prompting police to register an FIR and initiate action against the accused.

Ranchi Police Nab 15 Suspects in Looting Cases

Ranchi Police Nab 15 Suspects in Looting Cases

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Police in Ranchi, Jharkhand, have arrested 15 individuals allegedly involved in multiple looting incidents across the district. The arrests followed separate operations and the recovery of weapons and stolen goods.

Himachal University Probed Over Filming Allegations

Himachal University Probed Over Filming Allegations

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Eternal University in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district is under investigation following allegations that a sanitation worker filmed girl students inside a bathroom. Students reported the incident to the university administration, who alerted the police after protests. The accused was apprehended by students while allegedly attempting to flee.

Six masked men loot Rs 13 lakh from bank in Jharkhand; search launched

Six masked men loot Rs 13 lakh from bank in Jharkhand; search launched

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Six masked men looted Rs 13 lakh from a nationalised bank branch in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district, also snatching gold chains, mobile phones, and wallets of the staffers.

UP Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Employer

UP Man Gets Life Sentence For Killing Employer

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A court in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat district has sentenced a man to life imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 20,000 after convicting him of murdering his employer in 2022, police said on Tuesday.

Undertrial Prisoner Found Dead in Pakur Jail: Suicide Investigation Launched

Undertrial Prisoner Found Dead in Pakur Jail: Suicide Investigation Launched

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

An undertrial prisoner in Jharkhand's Pakur district was found dead in her jail cell, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.

Father, Son Held with 48 Kg of Ganja in Jharkhand

Father, Son Held with 48 Kg of Ganja in Jharkhand

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A man and his son were arrested in Jharkhand's Gumla district for possessing 48 kg of ganja, estimated to be worth Rs 40 lakh.

Two Arrested Over Woman's Murder In Koderma

Two Arrested Over Woman's Murder In Koderma

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Police in Koderma, Jharkhand, have arrested two individuals in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old woman. The motive is believed to be revenge related to an extramarital affair involving the victim's husband.

Tragedy in Jharkhand: Children Drown in Separate Incidents

Tragedy in Jharkhand: Children Drown in Separate Incidents

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Three children drowned in a pond in Koderma district, and two sisters died after falling into a well in Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.

Uncle Arrested For Killing Nephew Over Affair In Palamu

Uncle Arrested For Killing Nephew Over Affair In Palamu

Rediff.com17 May 2026

A 50-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand's Palamu district for allegedly killing his nephew over an affair with his married daughter, who is the victim's cousin.

Woman Found Dead With Throat Slit In Koderma

Woman Found Dead With Throat Slit In Koderma

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A 30-year-old woman was found murdered in her Koderma home, with her throat slit. Police are investigating the incident and questioning family members.

Prime Accused In BJP Leader's Murder Arrested In Kolkata

Prime Accused In BJP Leader's Murder Arrested In Kolkata

Rediff.com16 May 2026

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in Kolkata in connection with the killing of a BJP leader in Jharkhand. Police claim he was the prime accused in the case.

Maoist with Rs 2 cr bounty among 16 killed in Jharkhand

Maoist with Rs 2 cr bounty among 16 killed in Jharkhand

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

Sixteen Maoists, including top leader Anal, were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Thursday, Union home minister Amit Shah said.

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Three Arrested In Jamtara For LPG Cylinder Supply Scam

Rediff.com15 May 2026

Police in Jamtara, Jharkhand, have arrested three individuals for allegedly defrauding people by obtaining bank account details under the guise of supplying LPG cylinders.

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Jharkhand Health Department Investigates Hospital Over Newborn's Body Transport

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

The Jharkhand health department has launched an investigation into allegations that a hospital in Chakradharpur failed to provide an ambulance to a parent to transport his dead newborn, forcing him to carry the body in a box.

Army Jawan Held For Molesting Student In Ranchi

Army Jawan Held For Molesting Student In Ranchi

Rediff.com23 May 2026

An Army jawan has been arrested in Ranchi for allegedly molesting a female student. The incident occurred in the Lalpur police station area, and the accused has been sent to jail.

IED Blast Injures CoBRA Personnel in Jharkhand Anti-Naxal Operation

IED Blast Injures CoBRA Personnel in Jharkhand Anti-Naxal Operation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Two CoBRA battalion personnel were seriously injured in an IED blast triggered by Maoists during an anti-Naxal operation in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district.

Ranchi Police Arrest 10 in Connection with Multiple Loot Cases

Ranchi Police Arrest 10 in Connection with Multiple Loot Cases

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Police in Ranchi have arrested 10 members of a gang allegedly involved in multiple loot cases across the city. The arrests followed a tip-off and the recovery of weapons.

Five Maoists Arrested in Chatra, PLFI Commander Surrenders in Khunti

Five Maoists Arrested in Chatra, PLFI Commander Surrenders in Khunti

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Jharkhand police arrested five members of the banned Maoist outfit Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) in Chatra district and a PLFI area commander surrendered in Khunti.

Maoist Weapon Manufacturing Equipment Recovered In Gadchiroli

Maoist Weapon Manufacturing Equipment Recovered In Gadchiroli

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Gadchiroli police recovered and destroyed items used in the manufacture of weapons, secretly buried by Maoists in a forest area.

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Congress Demands Probe into Police Links to Maharashtra Call Centre Racket

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Congress party in Maharashtra has accused senior police officials, including an IPS officer, of involvement in a multi-crore bogus call centre racket and is demanding a high-level investigation.

Five-Year-Old Boy Killed By Stray Dogs In Dhanbad

Five-Year-Old Boy Killed By Stray Dogs In Dhanbad

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A five-year-old boy was mauled to death by stray dogs in the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, prompting calls for compensation from the bereaved family.

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Man Arrested For Murdering Woman Who Rejected Him In Thane

Rediff.com14 May 2026

A 42-year-old powerloom worker from Thane, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly killing a 33-year-old woman after she refused to have a relationship with him.