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Jharkhand Drug Bust: Several Arrested In Separate Incidents

Jharkhand Drug Bust: Several Arrested In Separate Incidents

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Police in Ranchi and Chatra districts of Jharkhand have seized brown sugar and poppy husk, leading to the arrest of five individuals, including one woman, in separate operations.

Two Suspected Drug Peddlers Arrested In Jharkhand With Opium

Two Suspected Drug Peddlers Arrested In Jharkhand With Opium

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Chatra district arrested two suspected drug peddlers and seized 1.1 kg of opium worth approximately Rs 6 lakh during a raid near Gothai village.

Narcotics Worth Lakhs Seized In Jharkhand's Chatra District

Narcotics Worth Lakhs Seized In Jharkhand's Chatra District

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Chatra district seized opium and opium pods in multiple raids, arresting one suspected trafficker and recovering narcotics worth lakhs of rupees.

Sex Trafficking Racket Busted In Jharkhand, Girls Rescued

Sex Trafficking Racket Busted In Jharkhand, Girls Rescued

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Giridih district have busted a sex trafficking racket, rescuing two girls and arresting three individuals. The girls were allegedly forced into prostitution after being lured with the promise of jobs.

Chatra Police Unravel Teen's Murder Over Illegal Weapons Dispute

Chatra Police Unravel Teen's Murder Over Illegal Weapons Dispute

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Jharkhand Police have solved the murder case of 18-year-old Pramod Yadav in Chatra district, arresting two adults and a minor. The victim, who was reported missing, was found buried, and investigations revealed he was killed by friends over a dispute involving illegal weapons.

Four Arrested For Stone-Pelting And Firing In Jharkhand

Four Arrested For Stone-Pelting And Firing In Jharkhand

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Four individuals involved in criminal activities were arrested in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district for allegedly pelting stones and firing at a rival group, injuring three people. Police seized arms and ammunition during the arrests, which followed an investigation into the June 10 incident.

Jharkhand Man Arrested In Rs 3 Crore Online Betting Scam

Jharkhand Man Arrested In Rs 3 Crore Online Betting Scam

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Jharkhand Police have arrested a 28-year-old man in Hazaribag for allegedly defrauding people of Rs 3 crore through illegal online betting applications and websites.

Jharkhand Shaken By Domestic Violence: One Dead, One Critically Injured

Jharkhand Shaken By Domestic Violence: One Dead, One Critically Injured

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two separate incidents of domestic violence have been reported in Jharkhand. In Giridih, a man was arrested for allegedly killing his wife over a domestic dispute and an illicit relationship, later surrendering to police. In Dhanbad, another man critically injured his wife with a sharp weapon during an argument and is currently absconding.

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Jharkhand Parties Demand Pay For Police Amid Treasury Scam

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Opposition parties in Jharkhand are demanding the release of salaries for police personnel, which have been withheld following the discovery of irregularities in treasury funds across several districts. The police association claims that over 70,000 personnel have not been paid since March, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and prompt action from the state government.

Missing Siblings Found Dead Near Jharkhand Waterbody

Missing Siblings Found Dead Near Jharkhand Waterbody

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The bodies of a missing girl and boy were recovered near a waterbody in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district, prompting a police investigation.

Four Cybercriminals Arrested In Jamtara, Jharkhand

Four Cybercriminals Arrested In Jamtara, Jharkhand

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Jharkhand police arrested four cybercriminals, including two teenagers, in Jamtara district for online fraud, seizing mobile phones, SIM cards, and ATM cards.

Teen Couple's Bodies Found Near Railway Station In Jharkhand

Teen Couple's Bodies Found Near Railway Station In Jharkhand

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The bodies of a teenage boy and girl were discovered near Sonua railway station in Jharkhand's Chaibasa district. Police suspect a suicide pact related to a romantic relationship.

Police Vehicle Damaged As Mob Frees Cybercriminal In Giridih

Police Vehicle Damaged As Mob Frees Cybercriminal In Giridih

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Jharkhand's Giridih district for their alleged involvement in freeing a cybercriminal and damaging a police vehicle during a raid. A police team attempting to arrest Chudaman Mandal was attacked by a group of miscreants, leading to Mandal's escape and damage to the police vehicle. An FIR has been lodged against 21 named and 25 unidentified persons, with further raids underway.

How Khunti Police Seized Rs 12 Lakh Opium

How Khunti Police Seized Rs 12 Lakh Opium

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Khunti district arrested four individuals and seized 2.328 kg of opium valued at Rs 12 lakh. The arrests followed a tip-off about an opium dealing operation in Tamab village, involving both cultivators and buyers from West Singhbhum district.

Three women among 8 killed in deadly lightning strikes in Jharkhand

Three women among 8 killed in deadly lightning strikes in Jharkhand

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

At least eight people, including three women and two boys, were killed in lightning strikes across six districts of Jharkhand. The victims were engaged in daily activities like farming, grazing, or seeking shelter when the incidents occurred.

Two Arrested In Jharkhand For Circulating Child Abuse Material

Two Arrested In Jharkhand For Circulating Child Abuse Material

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Jharkhand CID arrested two individuals from Giridh district for circulating and selling online child sexual exploitative and abuse material to citizens of multiple foreign countries.

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Jharkhand

Police Bust Illegal Arms Factory In Jharkhand

Rediff.com7 May 2026

A joint operation by Sahibganj police and Bihar STF led to the discovery of an illegal mini-arms factory in Jharkhand, resulting in the arrest of the main accused and seizure of weapons and equipment.

Snake bites 4 hostel students in Jharkhand, 12 year old dies

Snake bites 4 hostel students in Jharkhand, 12 year old dies

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

A 12-year-old girl tragically died and three other students were hospitalised after a venomous krait snake bit them while they were sleeping in their hostel room at a private school in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, and authorities are investigating how the snake entered the premises.

Man Held With Opium Worth Rs 15 Lakh In Jharkhand

Man Held With Opium Worth Rs 15 Lakh In Jharkhand

Rediff.com19 May 2026

A 28-year-old man was arrested with 2.9 kg of opium in Jharkhand's Chatra district. Police also seized 170 kg of poppy husk in a separate operation.

Jharkhand: Tribal Man Rescued, Abductors Arrested

Jharkhand: Tribal Man Rescued, Abductors Arrested

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's Khunti district rescued a tribal man who was abducted for ransom. Six accused have been arrested and taken into judicial custody. The victim was rescued on April 29, and the investigation is ongoing.

Cyber Fraud Suspect Nabbed After Forest Chase In Jharkhand

Cyber Fraud Suspect Nabbed After Forest Chase In Jharkhand

Rediff.com10 May 2026

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Jharkhand after allegedly defrauding a Delhi resident of Rs 80,000 through a malicious APK link.

Five Arrested For Abducting Construction Workers In Jharkhand

Five Arrested For Abducting Construction Workers In Jharkhand

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Police in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district have arrested five people for allegedly abducting two employees of a construction company and demanding a ransom of Rs 10 lakh.

Jharkhand ATS Nabs Three, Seizes US-Made Firearm

Jharkhand ATS Nabs Three, Seizes US-Made Firearm

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

The Jharkhand Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested three individuals in Deoghar and seized a US-made pistol during an operation in the Town police station area.

Man Abducted In Palamu; Police Investigate

Man Abducted In Palamu; Police Investigate

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

A man was abducted by unidentified individuals in Jharkhand's Palamu district on Saturday evening, prompting a police investigation.

Jharkhand man has father killed to get his job, arrested

Jharkhand man has father killed to get his job, arrested

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

A man in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, has been arrested for allegedly orchestrating his father's murder to secure a compassionate appointment at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL). Two hired assassins were also apprehended, who bludgeoned the father to death and attempted to stage it as a road accident.

Three Cousins Discovered Dead In Jharkhand Forest: Police Investigate

Three Cousins Discovered Dead In Jharkhand Forest: Police Investigate

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

The bodies of two young women and a man, all cousins, were discovered in a forest in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district. Police are investigating the cause of death and awaiting post-mortem reports.

Duo Arrested In Jharkhand For Palghar Collector Impersonation Scam

Duo Arrested In Jharkhand For Palghar Collector Impersonation Scam

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Two individuals have been arrested in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, for allegedly creating a fake social media account in the name of the Palghar district collector and defrauding a local resident of Rs 50,000. Police successfully recovered the entire amount.

Jharkhand Crackdown: Three Arrested in Drug Busts

Jharkhand Crackdown: Three Arrested in Drug Busts

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Jharkhand police have seized a significant quantity of opium and poppy husk in separate incidents across Ranchi and Palamu districts, leading to the arrest of three individuals involved in drug trafficking.

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Jharkhand Cyber Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrested in Deoghar

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Jharkhand police have arrested 10 cyber criminals in Deoghar district for defrauding people through fake online platforms and fraudulent cashback offers.

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Jharkhand Man Shot Dead By Bike-Borne Assailants

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

A 30-year-old man, Vicky Soni, was shot dead by two unidentified bike-borne miscreants in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, while travelling to Koderma railway station. Police suspect a family dispute as the motive and have launched an investigation, with no arrests made so far.

Why BJP Is Protesting Jharkhand's Law And Order

Why BJP Is Protesting Jharkhand's Law And Order

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

The BJP held a torchlight procession in Ranchi, Jharkhand, protesting the state's law and order situation and the rising number of missing children. The protest specifically highlighted the case of three children, including twin brothers, who have been missing for 13 days, with the BJP demanding their immediate recovery and intensified police action.

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Woman In Jharkhand

Man Held For Allegedly Killing Woman In Jharkhand

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A 33-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing a 45-year-old woman in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district over an old feud.

Multiple Road Accidents In Jharkhand Kill Four People

Multiple Road Accidents In Jharkhand Kill Four People

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Four individuals, including two brothers, were killed in three separate road accidents across Jharkhand on Saturday. Incidents occurred in Latehar, Godda, and Palamu districts, involving a motorcycle-four-wheeler collision, a pedestrian hit by a pick-up van, and a scooter-truck collision. Police have initiated investigations, seized vehicles, and made one arrest while searching for other absconding drivers.

Jharkhand: Traffickers Arrested, Minors Rescued At Railway Station

Jharkhand: Traffickers Arrested, Minors Rescued At Railway Station

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Police in Sahibganj, Jharkhand, rescued multiple minors from suspected trafficking operations at a railway station, arresting two individuals and placing the children under protective custody.

How A Lightning Strike Claimed A Woman's Life In Jharkhand

How A Lightning Strike Claimed A Woman's Life In Jharkhand

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

A 23-year-old woman, Muskan Pan, was killed and her husband, Sanjay Hansda, injured in a lightning strike in Henselbil village, East Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, while they were drying clothes.

Ranchi Police Announce Rewards For Information On Missing Children

Ranchi Police Announce Rewards For Information On Missing Children

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Ranchi police have announced rewards for information leading to the whereabouts of three children missing from Dhurwa and an 18-month-old girl missing from Khorha Colony, with forensic examination underway for remains found in the latter case.

Two Killed As Tractor Runs Over Them In Jharkhand

Two Killed As Tractor Runs Over Them In Jharkhand

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Two women were killed in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district after being run over by a tractor-trolley. Police have seized the tractor and are investigating the incident.

Woman And Child Found Dead In Jharkhand Village

Woman And Child Found Dead In Jharkhand Village

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A 22-year-old woman and her two-year-old son were found dead in Soro village, Garhwa district, Jharkhand. Police suspect suicide and are investigating all angles.

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rs 10 Crore Money Trail Uncovered In Jharkhand Treasury Scam

Rediff.com1 May 2026

The Jharkhand Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has uncovered a money trail of Rs 10 crore related to the Bokaro treasury scam, freezing several fixed deposits and arresting multiple individuals, including police personnel and an accountant.

Tribal Couple Brutally Hacked To Death In Jharkhand

Tribal Couple Brutally Hacked To Death In Jharkhand

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

A tribal couple, Parni Marandi and Patiya Hansda, was allegedly hacked to death by unidentified miscreants at their home in Giridih, Jharkhand. Police have launched an investigation into the brutal murder, which appears to be linked to a dispute.