The Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has completed one year, leading to the deletion of nearly six crore voters across 19 states and Union territories. This exercise, which began in Bihar, has faced opposition criticism but was upheld by the Supreme Court. The purification drive has significant implications, including linking voter data to social security benefits in some states.
Police in Jharkhand have arrested four more people in connection with the lynching of an elderly woman suspected of being a child-lifter, bringing the total number of arrests to eight. The incident occurred in Lagaba village, Gumla district, where the woman was beaten to death by villagers.
The Congress party has announced its seven candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, including party president Mallikarjun Kharge, Pawan Khera, Meenakshi Natarajan, Praveen Chakravarty, Neeraj Dangi, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Pranav Jha, representing various states like Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Jharkhand. The elections are set for June 18.
Jharkhand police arrested five people in Latehar for allegedly transporting over 50,000 bottles of illicit liquor from Haryana to Bihar.
Indian liquor brands are increasingly focusing on Hindi heartland states like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Haryana as the next major growth engine for premiumisation, driven by expanding luxury portfolios, craft spirit launches, and upgraded retail experiences, as state governments embrace reforms.
Aditya Singh's resilient half-century helped Jharkhand recover from a batting collapse to post 235 against Uttarakhand in their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match.
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.
Three children drowned in a pond in Koderma district, and two sisters died after falling into a well in Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fatal air ambulance crash in Jharkhand that claimed seven lives, with authorities examining weather conditions and potential technical issues.
The Supreme Court has directed an appellate tribunal to expeditiously decide an appeal filed by a 75-year-old advocate challenging the deletion of his name from the West Bengal voters' list following a Special Intensive Revision exercise. The court noted the petitioner appeared to be a bona fide resident and requested a decision within two months.
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.
The Indian government has identified 111 districts as 'most vulnerable' to crop damage due to a 43 per cent monsoon deficit, driven by El Nino, which threatens kharif sowing. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that weak monsoon conditions are expected to persist until July 2, prompting contingency plans and recommendations for alternative, less water-intensive crops.
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.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation into the air ambulance crash in Jharkhand's Chatra district that killed all seven people on board. Two teams from the DGCA are probing the accident, while families mourn the loss of their loved ones.
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.
The Jharkhand Congress has accused the BJP of attempting to gain political advantage by organising large tribal gatherings while allegedly undermining the rights of tribal communities at the grassroots level.
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.
As India's remarkable chess revolution gathers momentum, teenagers Rishabh Kumar and Adhiraj Mitra are ensuring that the country's future on the 64 squares remains brighter than ever.
A former principal secretary of the Madhya Pradesh assembly, Bhagwandev Israni, has claimed that Congress nominee Meenakshi Natarajan's Rajya Sabha poll nomination was wrongly rejected, arguing she was not required to disclose information as no FIR or chargesheet had been filed against her.
A rebellion within the Trinamool Congress is expected to significantly increase the NDA's numbers in both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, bringing the ruling alliance closer to a two-thirds majority needed for constitutional amendments. This shift is driven by upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, TMC MP resignations, and potential support from defecting TMC Lok Sabha members.
A woman Maoist leader carrying a bounty of Rs 15 lakh was arrested in Kolkata, while another red rebel surrendered before the police, a senior officer said.
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.
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.
Former India captain MS Dhoni met Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren in Ranchi as the CSK legend resumes batting practice ahead of IPL 2026.
The Congress party has accused the BJP and the Election Commission of being "partners in crime" in what it terms "seat chori" (seat theft), following the rejection of its Rajya Sabha candidate Meenakshi Natarajan's nomination. The party claims the rejection was based on "flawed and unreasonable" logic, alleging non-disclosure of a criminal case against Natarajan, despite her stating only a legal notice exists.
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.
The EC also underlined that for electors whose enumeration forms have not returned, the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) would identify a probable cause, such as absent, shifted, dead and duplicate entry based on an inquiry from the nearby electors and would note the same.
The second season of the Archery Premier League (APL) will be held in Hyderabad from October 8-18, featuring 48 Indian and international archers across six franchises. The tournament aims to bolster India's Olympic medal prospects in archery.
Ishan Kishan has all the requisite skills to be a successful Test batter but unfortunately the Indian red ball squad doesn't have any place for him, former skipper and ex-selection committee chairman Krishnamachari Srikkanth said.
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.
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.
Delhi Police have arrested two individuals from Jharkhand for allegedly defrauding a 65-year-old man of over Rs 10 lakh through a cyber fraud involving APK files.
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.
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.
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.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has altered the iconic 'Dancing Girl' figurine from Mohenjo-daro in its new Class 9 arts textbook, covering its bare torso with shading. This change has drawn criticism for misrepresenting the original artefact and sparking a debate on what is considered 'age-appropriate' in educational materials.
The India-manufactured Itel Aqua is a tough, everyman phone at a very economical price.
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.
Vidarbha failed to advance on basis of the bonus points after it finished level on points with Andhra and Jharkhand.
Ishan Kishan's recent good form makes him the ideal candidate to take over the crucial No 3 slot in Virat Kohli's absence.
