Autonomy debate rages after IIM director quits
RAIPUR: The resignation of IIM Raipur Director, Prof. Ram Kumar Kakani, highlights the inconsistencies between the IIM Act and the institutes HR policies, which some academics acknowledge have persisted for years and are seen as a key reason behind his decision to step down. Prof. Kakani said the contradiction between the institutes HR policies and the spirit of the IIM Act of 2017 was limiting his professional scope, thereby hindering his work and decision-making. He resigned abruptly on July 22, well before his tenure was scheduled to end in March 2027. For more than two months, Prof. Sanjeev Parashar has served as Director in charge. He could not be reached for comment. Prof. Kakani is the third director of a premier IIM in the past five years to resign, reportedly due to differences with the Board of Governors. Two former directors of IIM KolkataAnju Seth (2021) and Uttam Kumar Sarkar (2023)resigned over disputes with their boards. A respected academic, Prof. Kakani has previously taught at IIM Kozhikode, XLRI Jamshedpur, and LLBSNAA Mussoorie. He is now the vice-chancellor of RV University, Bengaluru. Faculty and senior students at IIM Raipur said disputes over administrative authority between directors and board chairpersons have increased since the IIM Act, 2017. They said these differences affected the institutes administrative autonomy and functioning. Prof. Kanai had reportedly raised these concerns during his tenure. A source explained the probable circumstance behind Prof. Kakanis resignation. A grave academic integrity issue involving the institutes faculty member allegedly implicated in a forgery acted as a primary catalyst for the sudden exit of Kakani. The fraud specifically related to a doctoral students signature to reorder the co-authorship of a research article accepted in an A-star journal, the source said. 3rd head in five yrs to quit over rift with board Prof Ram Kumar Kakani resigned abruptly as the IIM Raipur Director on July 22 this year, well before his tenure was scheduled to end in March 2027. Prof. Kakani is the third director of a premier IIM in the past five years to resign, reportedly due to differences with the Board of Governors.
RANCHI: The Jharkhand High Court on Wednesday took suo-moto cognizance of the incident in the state last week when a tribal man set off for home carrying his ailing wife after not getting an ambulance. This comes after the incident was reported in newspapers including The New Indian Express , with the court asking the state government to file an affidavit in this regard. Advocate Piyush Chitresh, appearing on behalf of the state government, said that the matter will be heard next on October 13. The incident took place at the Dhalbhumgarh Community Health Center (CHC). Shukulmani Sabar had gone for treatment to CHC Dhalbhumgarh on Friday, but was referred to MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur for better treatment by doctors on Saturday. However, neither a 108 ambulance was available on time, nor any alternative arrangements were made. Consequently, the man left for home carrying his wife on his shoulders. After the incident was brought to the notice of health officials, an ambulance was dispatched from CHC Dhalbhumgarh, and the couple was brought back to the hospital from Dhalbhugarh Chowk. But, according to officials, they refused to go to MGM, Jamshedpur and were sent to home by an ambulance. According to eyewitnesses, when Shukulmani could not walk to a distance from the hospital, her husband, Gura Sabar, carried her on his shoulders. Holding her with one hand and her bag with the other, he kept on walking on the road heading towards their village Mudathakura in Gudabandha. On the way, a mobile shop owner who saw their plight arranged an auto to take the couple to Dhalbhumgarh Chowk. When Shukulmani was admitted to the Community Health Center on Friday, her hemoglobin was reportedly 7.5 g/dL and she complained of blood in her sputum. Gura Sabar said that his wife had been suffering from fever and diarrhea for two to three weeks. Unable to find a vehicle and unable to find a place at the hospital, they left on foot without informing anyone. Medical officials, however, said that after being referred to MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur, the couple did not wait for the ambulance to come or even an auto and left for home on foot as they did not want to go to any other place.
MAHE Establishes ICMR-MAHE Centre for Advanced Research with Rs. 12.84 Crore ICMR Grant
MAHE inaugurates ICMR-MAHE Centre for Advanced Research with Rs. 12.84 crore grant The inauguration was honoured by Dr Ashoo Grover, Scientist G and Head, Division of Delivery Research, ICMR, who was the Chief Guest, and Dr Roopa Shivashankar, Scientist E (Medical), Division of Delivery Research, ICMR, as the Guest of Honour. The event was presided over by Dr H. S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, MAHE, and organised by Dr Sharath K. Rao, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences), MAHE. Dr Anil K. Bhat, Dean of KMC Manipal, and Dr Cherian Varghese, Director of the Prasanna School of Public Health, participated in this inauguration. In his address, Dr Ballal emphasised that the partnership between ICMR and MAHE represents he highest level of national recognition for MAHE's research culture and reflects the University's enduring commitment to science that heals and research that transforms. Dr Sharath K Rao outlined the roadmap for health research at MAHE. The Centre for Advanced Research (CAR) aims to fill a vital gap in India's healthcare system-the need for ethical, compassionate, and evidence-based care for patients with advanced and terminal illnesses admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs). The centre will develop and assess a Multifaceted Comprehensive Appropriate Care Package (MCACP) that incorporates palliative care principles within critical care environments. This initiative builds on MAHE's pioneering BLUE MAPLE framework, created and implemented at Kasturba Hospital and KMC Manipal, which has shaped national end-of-life care standards. The CAR will now expand this work nationwide, establishing a multi-centre collaborative network comprising ten clinical centres and seven technical partners. The Centre's work spans multiple disciplines-medicine, nursing, bioethics, health economics, law, and public health-reflecting MAHE's belief in the One Health-One Humanity approach to research and innovation. By co-developing and testing a nationally scalable model of appropriate care for ICU patients with advanced illness, the CAR aims to influence policy, improve health-system responsiveness, and generate evidence that aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). MAHE has a longstanding legacy of promoting research, innovation, and translational impact. The establishment of the ICMR-MAHE CAR strengthens MAHE's position as a leading contributor to India's health-research ecosystem. It reaffirms its mission to integrate science, ethics, and empathy in healthcare delivery. The Centre for Advanced Research will serve as a national and global reference point for ICU and palliative-care research, setting new benchmarks for interdisciplinary and implementation science in India. About Manipal Academy of Higher Education The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life, as well as for national & multi-national corporates looking for top talent.
Unable to find an ambulance, tribal man in Jharkhand sets off for home carrying his ailing wife
JHARKHAND: A tribal man at the Dhalbhumgarh Community Health Centre (CHC) in Jamshedpur, set off for home carrying his wife on his shoulders after he was not provided an ambulance or any other alternate arrangements. The incident highlights the struggles faced by people in rural areas, particularly in tribal communities, in accessing medical care and emergency services. Notably, Shukulmani Sabar had gone for treatment to CHC Dhalbhumgarh on Friday, but was referred to MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur for better treatment by doctors on Saturday. Neither an 108 ambulance was available on time, nor provided with any alternative arrangements. Consequently, the man left for home carrying his wife on his shoulder. However, after the incident was brought to the notice of health officials, an ambulance was dispatched from CHC Dhalbhumgarh, and the couple was brought back to the hospital. According to eyewitnesses, when Shukulmani could not walk a distance from the hospital, her husband, Gura Sabar, carried her on his shoulders. Holding her with one hand and her bag with the other, he kept on walking on the road heading towards their village, Mudathakura in Gudabandha. On the way, Pavitra Manna, a mobile shop owner, took a sensitive initiative and arranged an auto through his friend Gulshan to take the couple to Dhalbhumgarh Chowk. Reportedly, Shukulmani Sabar was admitted to the Community Health Centre on Friday. Her haemoglobin was 7.5 g/dL, and she complained of blood in her sputum. Her husband, Gura Sabar, said that his wife had been suffering from fever and diarrhoea for two to three weeks. Unable to find a vehicle and a place at the hospital, they left on foot without informing anyone. Medical officer, Dr Gopinath Mahali, said that after being referred to MGM Hospital in Jamshedpur, the couple did not wait for the ambulance to come or even an auto and left for home on foot. When it was put in our notice, we sent an ambulance for them, but they refused to go to MGM Hospital for unknown reasons and were taken to CHC Gudabandha once again. But they insisted on going back to their village and were dropped off at their home by an ambulance, said the Medical Officer. They said that they had some work at home and hence would go to MGM Hospital on Sunday, he added. According to the Medical Officer, when the ambulance was sent to his home on Sunday, the couple refused to go to Jamshedpur for treatment. We are trying our best so that we can provide the woman, who is a Tuberculosis patient, the best possible treatment, but we are not getting proper cooperation from the other side, said the Medical Officer. Meanwhile, an explanation has been sought from the on-duty CHC staff who were present at the time of the incident, he added. The Civil Surgeon has also sought an explanation from the Medical Officer on the entire incident.
Jharkhand to host first-ever Run for Gajraj marathon to raise promote elephant conservation
RANCHI: Aimed at creating awareness for the conservation of wild animals, especially elephants, the Jharkhand forest department for the first time, is set to organise a marathon Run for Gajraj in the foothills of Dalma in Jamshedpur on October 5. According to officials, though the marathon is meant to create awareness for the protection and conservation of wild animals, the focus will be on the elephants. Both male and female elephants will participate in the event with separate prize money for each group, ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 31,000 across five categories. According to Jamshedpur Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Saba Alam, An elephant marathon is being conducted as part of the Wildlife Week 2025 in Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary. This event is aimed at promoting eco-tourism, local tourism, and encouraging fitness and healthy living among citizens. Probably, this is the first time such an event, focused especially at the wild elephants, is being organised in Jharkhand. Earlier, a walkathon, Walk for Gajraj was also organised at Van Bhawan in Jamshedpur on Friday, he added. The DFO informed that more than 2500 participants have already registered to take part in the event, while the figure is likely to cross 3000 by the time it closes on Saturday. The marathon will be for 16 km and will be flagged off at Saharbeda Football Ground in the foothills of Dalma at 7.00 am on Sunday. It will pass through four villages to end at Saharbeda itself. Alam said that after a long gap, five elephants returned to Dalma a few days ago, a region that had otherwise been devoid of wild elephants. Forest department sources, however, noted that while only a few elephants remain at Dalma, a sizeable number are currently stationed at Chakulia in Ghatsila subdivision and at Chandil in the adjoining Seraikela-Kharsawan district. They attributed the exodus of elephants from Dalma to a 16-km-long trench dug by the West Bengal Forest Department five years ago, which disrupted the tuskers movement along the elephant corridor connecting the two states.
Hyderabad zoo park to get Mandrills, Hoolock Gibbons, Zebras after 30 yrs
By Bastine Suman Rodrigues Hyderabad: Hyderabads Nehru Zoo Park (NZP) is set to welcome new attractions after several years, including a mandrill from Jamshedpur, Hoolock Gibbons from Nagaland, and Zebras from Gujarat. These animals are being brought to the zoo as part of an inter-zoo exchange program, which is likely to be completed in a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RANCHI/JAMSHEDPUR: Kurmi community members will go ahead with their indefinite 'Rail Teka' (rail blockade) agitation on Saturday at different railway stations across Jharkhand in support of their demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status and inclusion of Kurmali language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, an official of Adivasi Kurmi Samaj said on Friday. Adivasi Kurmi Samaj member and Kurmi Vikas Morcha central president Sheetal Ohdar told PTI that community members have been asked to stage protests on railway tracks in a peaceful manner without disrupting railway traffic, damaging public property and indulging in any sort of violence. We are aware of the Calcutta High Court directive and will ensure that protests on railway tracks are held in a peaceful manner, and under no circumstances will members damage railway property or indulge in violence. Members have been asked not to show resistance when security forces of the state or railway units try to remove them from tracks or take them under preventive custody, Ohdar added. The Calcutta High Court has declared the Kurmi community's plan for rail and road blockade on September 20 unconstitutional and illegal and directed the railways and the state government to take steps to maintain law and order and ensure public movement remains unhindered. Adivasi Kurmi Samaj has given a call for a rail and road blockade in the greater Chotanagpur area, spanning Jharkhand, West Bengal and Odisha. Ohdar said community members have been asked not to carry any traditional weapons during the agitation. Members have been asked not to carry any traditional weapons during the agitation. We will stage jhumur (a traditional dance) and raise slogans in support of our demand, he added. In Jharkhand, Kurmi leaders will sit on protest near railway tracks at Muri Station (near Ranchi), Barkakhana (in Ramgarh), Parasnath (Giridih), Chandrapura (Bokaro), Pradhan Ghanta (Dhanbad), Galudih (East Singhbhum), Sonua (West Singhbhum), Godda and Jamtara from Saturday morning. We do not want the public to be harassed during the agitation and are ready to withdraw our agitation if only Union Home Minister Amit Shah holds a meeting in support of our demand, Ohdar said. The movement for ST status by the Kurmi community gained momentum in 2022. After the COVID-19 pandemic, protests were held at several railway stations in Jharkhand and West Bengal. The movement began on September 20, 2022, and lasted for about nine days. In 2023, the protest again started on September 20 and continued for 7-8 days. No protests were held in 2024 due to the Lok Sabha and assembly elections. Meanwhile, several tribal outfits under Sanyukt Adivasi Sangathan have decided to stage a demonstration near the Raj Bhawan on Saturday in protest against Kurmi community's demand for inclusion in ST category. Sangathan spokesperson Niranjana Toppo claimed that the Kurmi demand for ST status is illegal and the agitation will force railways to incur huge losses. They also announced that they would submit a memorandum to Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar addressed to the President, Droupadi Murmu, against the Kurmi community's agitation. DGP Anurag Gupta had instructed police on Friday to increase vigilance, deploy additional forces with protective gear, install CCTV and drones at sensitive stations, and coordinate with railway police to prevent stone-pelting and ensure passenger safety during the agitation. Meanwhile, prohibitory orders under Section 163 of BNSS have been promulgated around four railway stations, including Tatanagar, from Friday in view of the agitation. The order will be effective in a 100-meter radius of Tatanagar, Govindpur, Rakha Mines and Haldipokhar stations under Dhalbhum subdivision of the district, Dhalbhum SDO Chandrajeet Singh said in a statement. The SDO stated that demonstration, dharna, effigy burning or gherao, carrying any sort of weapons, including sticks and bows and arrows, assembly of five or more persons with the intention to disturb peace, has been prohibited. No public address system will be allowed in the prohibited areas without prior permission, he said, adding that the order will be in force till the end of the agitation.
Medical Student Dies By Suicide In Jamshedpur, 4th Such Case In City In 24 Hours
A spate of suicides has sent shockwaves across Jamshedpur, with four people, including a medical college student, taking their own lives within the last 24 hours.
MAHE Announces National Photography Contest 2025 Celebrating Monsoon's Cultural Tapestry
About Manipal Academy of Higher Education The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life, as well as for national & multi-national corporates looking for top talent.
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Jharkhand education minister Ramdas Soren passes away during treatment in Delhi
RANCHI: Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren, 62, who had suffered a head injury after he fell in the bathroom at his residence early in the morning on August 2, finally succumbed to his injuries during treatment at Apollo Hospital in Delhi. Immediately after the incident, Soren was admitted to Tata Motors Hospital in Jamshedpur for treatment, but was referred to Apollo Hospital in Delhi for better treatment. Then he was airlifted from Jamshedpur Airport to Apollo Hospital in Delhi under special arrangements. Ramdas Soren had suffered a head injury after he fell in the bathroom. The information was confirmed by Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) state spokesperson and former MLA Kunal Sarangi. Family members, along with Sarangi, were present at the hospital at the time of his death. I am sharing this information with all of you with great sorrow that the state's School Education and Registration Minister and Ghatsila MLA @RamdassorenMLA is no more among us. It is a personal and irreparable loss for his millions of fans, well-wishers, hard-working workers, colleagues of the School Education and Registration Department and all of us, posted Sarangi on X. Entire @JmmJharkhand family expresses its heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors of Indraprastha Apollo Hospital and all the health workers of their teams that they worked very hard day and night from last August 2 till today to cure him, but we are all helpless before the will of God, he stated, further adding, May God grant a place to the departed soul in his feet.. Om Shanti. Ramdas Soren had suffered from kidney-related ailments before, and had been receiving treatment at Apollo Hospital in Delhi earlier also. Therefore, at the request of his family, it was decided to airlift him to Delhi. However, even after being admitted to Apollo Hospital in Delhi, his condition remained critical and was put on a life support system, with a team of multidisciplinary senior specialists closely monitoring his condition. Despite doctors efforts, his condition worsened, and he succumbed late Friday. Apollo Hospital authorities have also confirmed the death. His mortal remains are likely to be brought back to Jamshedpur on Saturday for the final rites. Ramdas Soren, who started his political career in 1980 with JMM, was counted among the prominent leaders in the party and was a sitting MLA from Ghatshila. After Champai Soren joined BJP, Ramdas Soren replaced him in Hemant Soren Cabinet. Hemant Soren made him a minister in his previous cabinet, projecting him as a prominant leader of Kolhan. After the 2024 Assembly polls, he retained his seat and was made a minister again.
Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren dies at 62
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader had been airlifted to a Delhi hospital from Jamshedpur after he fell in the bathroom of his residence on August 2.
Khalid Jamil Signed a Two-Year Contract, Will Serve as Full-Time India Coach: AIFF
The AIFF said Jamil has signed the contract after parting ways with ISL team Jamshedpur FC
Jharkhand: 2 goods trains derail in Seraikela-Kharswan, train services affected
Jamshedpur: Over 20 wagaons of two goods trains derailed near Chandil station in Jharkhands Seraikela-Kharswan district in the early hours of Saturday, affecting train services between Chandil-Tatanagar section of South Eastern Railway, an official said. There was no report of any injury in the derailment, he said. The official had earlier said that one goods Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Condition of Jharkhand education minister remains critical after brain injury
RANCHI: The Condition of Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren, who was seriously injured and airlifted to Delhi after falling in his bathroom at his residence in Jamshedpur Saturday morning, still remains critical. The reports about his demise on social media, which were also posted by some political leaders, were turned down by former MLA and JMM leader Kunal Sarangi. Informing that Ramdas Soren's condition is critical but stable, Sarangi has urged media organisations not to report anything about Ramdas Soren any without official confirmation. Sarangi said that he is accompanying Soren to Delhi. I urge my media friends not to share anything about Ramdas Soren ji without official information. I am with him and we are about to reach Apollo Hospital, Delhi. His condition is critical, but stable, Sarangi posted on X. His condition is definitely critical, but stable, he added. Jharkhand education minister Ramdas Soren suffers brain injury, to be airlifted to Delhi Earlier, State Health Minister Irfan Ansari shared the information about the incident through social media, where he posted that Minister Ramdas Soren suffered a head injury after he fell in the bathroom. There is a blood clot in his brain, and hence, his medical status remains critical, posted the Health Minister. Ramdas Soren, who started his political career in 1980 with JMM, is counted among the prominent leaders in the party. Currently, he is an MLA from Ghatshila. After Champai Soren joined BJP, Ramdas Soren replaced him in Hemant Soren's Cabinet. Hemant Soren made him a minister in his previous cabinet, projecting him as a prominent leader of Kolhan. After the 2024 Assembly polls, he retained the seat and was made a minister again. Notably, Soren is a kidney patient and has been undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital in Delhi. Therefore, as per the request of his family, it was decided that Ramdas Soren would be airlifted to Delhi.
Jharkhand Education Minister suffers brain injury after fall in residence, airlifted to Delhi
Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren was airlifted to a Delhi hospital after suffering a brain injury from a fall in his bathroom. Doctors in Jamshedpur detected blood clotting, prompting the transfer for specialized treatment. His condition is critical, with concerns about a brain hemorrhage, and health officials are closely monitoring his situation.
Jharkhand Education Minister suffers brain injury, to be airlifted to Delhi: Irfan Ansari
Mr. Ansari told reporters that Mr. Soren was admitted to the Jamshedpur hospital, where doctors found blood clotting in the brain
Jharkhand education minister Ramdas Soren suffers brain injury, to be airlifted to Delhi
RANCHI: Jharkhand Education Minister Ramdas Soren, who suffered a head injury after he fell in the bathroom in his residence early on Saturday, was being airlifted to a Delhi hospital for better treatment, state minister Irfan Ansari said. Soren was admitted to a hospital in Jamshedpur this morning, he said. Ramdas Soren ji's health has suddenly deteriorated. He fell in the bathroom, which resulted in a severe brain injury and a blood clot, Ansari, the state health minister, said in a statement. Later, he told reporters that Soren was admitted to the Jamshedpur hospital, where doctors found blood clotting in the brain. We are preparing to airlift him to Delhi. I am constantly in touch and monitoring his condition, he added.
Meet Khalid Jamil, former Indian player who will serve as head coach of men's football team
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Khalid Jamil named Indian mens football head coach
NEW DELHI, Aug 1: Khalid Jamil, who famously guided the unheralded Aizawl Football Club to the I-League title in 2017, was on Friday named head coach of the Indian national mens football team, becoming the first Indian in 13 years to occupy the coveted post. The 48-year-old Jamil, a former India international and currently in charge of Indian Super League side Jamshedpur FC, was selected by the All India Football Federations (AIFF) executive committee from a three-man shortlist. The other [] The post Khalid Jamil named Indian mens football head coach appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
This Man left his high-paying Mumbai job to live in Jamshedpur, here's why
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Main shooter in Bihar village chief's murder case arrested in Delhi's Keshav Puram
NEW DELHI: A 39-year-old shooter allegedly involved in the politically-motivated murder of a former village head in Bihar has been arrested in north Delhi's Keshav Puram, an officer said on Wednesday. Rahul Singh Rajput has a history of 31 serious criminal cases and was wanted in a case registered under Aurangabad's Mali Police Station for the murder of Sanjay Singh on November 30, 2024, the officer said. Singh was gunned down as a fallout of an ongoing rivalry between two local groups vying for political dominance. Rahul had been absconding ever since, while seven of his co-accused had already been arrested by Bihar Police, said Harsh Indora, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime). On July 22, a team from the Bihar Police sought assistance from the Delhi Police and a joint operation was launched. The accused was traced to the Keshav Puram area in Delhi. He was finally cornered and apprehended near Prembari Pul, he said. Rahul initially tried to mislead the interrogating team, but eventually confessed to his role in the murder, he said. He was formally arrested by the Bihar Police team and produced before a court for further legal proceedings. Rahul was found involved in cases of murder, attempt to murder, extortion, robbery, Arms Act violations, NDPS Act offences and several other cases under the Uttar Pradesh Gangster Act. He has been booked in at least 31 criminal cases across Uttar Pradesh over the last two decades, the officer said. Rahul's criminal journey began when he was in class 12. Following his first arrest, he abandoned his studies and joined the illegal narcotics trade. His failure to secure stable work in Jamshedpur led him deeper into crime, the DCP said. He gradually built a fearsome reputation as a contract killer and extortionist, expanding his network to Varanasi, Jaunpur, Ghazipur, Chandauli, Bhadohi, and Deoria, the officer said. His association with Rakesh Giri, another gangster from Bihar who he met in jail, led to his eventual involvement in the Aurangabad murder case, he added.
Illegal mine collapse in Dhanbads Jamunia area; nine feared trapped, officials remain silent
RANCHI: An illegal mine near the Jamunia River at Kesargarha under Baghmara Police Station in Dhanbad district collapsed, with at least nine people feared to be buried under the debris. According to local residents, 15 workers were present in the mine when carbonaceous rock gave way with a loud crash. The collapse is believed to have occurred due to weakly supported pillars within the illegal excavation site. As many as nine people are feared buried under the debris of the illegal mine, which was being operated by a local mining mafia, said a local resident on condition of anonymity. Despite the severity of the incident, there has been no official confirmation. Local police and administrative officials have claimed ignorance. Baghmara Police Station in-charge Ajit Kumar stated that he had not received any information, while Rajiv Ranjan, the nodal security officer of Block-2 area, also expressed unawareness of the situation. Locals alleged that access to the site is being restricted, with no rescue operations initiated until Wednesday morning. Journalists attempting to reach the location were reportedly stopped from entering the area. Meanwhile, Jamshedpur West MLA Saryu Rai shared details of the incident on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), alleging that nine workers had died and that mining mafia were disposing of the bodies to avoid detection. Rai named Chunchun Gupta as the alleged operator behind the illegal mining and accused him of working under the protection of influential individuals. Nine workers died tonight due to the collapse of an illegal mine at a place called Jamunia in Bagmara, Dhanbad. The illegal mining mafia is busy disposing of the bodies. I have informed the SSP Dhanbad, Rai posted. The situation remains tense, with growing concerns over official inaction and alleged attempts to suppress the incident.
PM Modi to visit West Bengal on July 19, inaugurate development projects
KOLKATA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal on Friday, where he will address a BJP rally in Durgapur, besides laying the foundation stone and inauguration of multiple development projects worth over Rs 5000 crore. With the Assembly elections in West Bengal due in April-May next year, Modis visit assumes political significance, especially because it coincides with Trinamool Congress Chief Mamata Banerjees Martyrs Day rally at Kolkata on July 21. According to political observers, since it is the last Martyrs Day rally of the Trinamool Congress before the Assembly polls, Banerjee is all set to use this platform to give a clear political message to her main political rival, the BJP and is also expected to announce some new schemes to lure voters. In this context, Modis speech in the public meeting at Durgapur will catch everyones attention. On Wednesday, Banerjee held a protest march in Kolkata against the alleged harassment and torture of Bengali-speaking people in several BJP-ruled states. Daring the BJP-led Centre to send her to the detention camp, she had said, The people of Bengal have elected me to serve them. Let me work here. If you create disturbance here, I will tour the entire country. You wont be able to stop me. I will see how many detention camps you can lodge me in. Even there I will speak in Bengali. If Bengalis are sent to detention camps, the people of Bengal through their votes will send BJP to the political detention camp. Bengal is under our control and will remain so. In the coming days, we will also take over Delhi, taking everyone along, she had claimed on Wednesday. On the same day, Leader of Opposition at the West Bengal Legislative Assembly Suvendu Adhikari, went to the office of the Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal on the infiltration issue. Meanwhile, for the occasion of Modi's meeting on Friday afternoon, two stages have been set up at Nehru Stadium in Durgapur. The Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of several projects before addressing a public meeting on another stage nearby. After the meeting, the Prime Minister will leave for Delhi. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Bankura and Purulia districts of West Bengal, worth around Rs 1,950 crore. It will provide PNG connections to households, commercial establishments and industrial customers, and provide CNG at the retail outlets and also create employment opportunities in the region. Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the Durgapur to Kolkata section (132 Km) of Durgapur-Haldia Natural Gas Pipeline, which has been laid as a part of Jagdishpur-Haldia and Bokaro-Dhamra Pipeline also known as Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga (PMUG) Project. The Durgapur to Kolkata section, worth over Rs 1,190 crore, is passing through the districts of East Burdwan, Hooghly and Nadia in West Bengal. The pipeline provided direct and indirect employment during its implementation phase and will now facilitate the supply of natural gas to lakhs of households in the region. Boosting rail infrastructure in the region, the Prime Minister will also dedicate to the nation the doubling of the Purulia Kotshila Rail Line (36 KM) in Purulia, worth over Rs 390 crore. It will improve rail connectivity between industries from Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad with Ranchi and Kolkata and efficient movement of goods trains, reducing travel time and improving logistics for industries and businesses.
IMD issues Yellow alert for Jharkhand, schools to remain closed in Palamu amid heavy rain
RANCHI: A yellow alert has been issued for all districts of Jharkhand. According to the Meteorological Center in Ranchi, there will be continuous rain in the state from July 17 to July 20. During this time, there is also a possibility of thunderstorms in several districts. The Met Department has appealed to people to remain alert and cautious during these days. There will be light to moderate rain in various areas of Jharkhand during this period. There is also a possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas, stated the alert issued by the Met Department. In view of the possibility of lightning incidents, a yellow alert has been issued, which indicates potential danger and may affect public life. It further added that a low-pressure area has formed in south-west Bihar and adjoining eastern Uttar Pradesh. In the next 24 hours, this low-pressure area will move towards Bihar and Uttar Pradesh in the form of a cyclonic circulation. It will also affect the weather in Jharkhand. During the last 24 hours, the monsoon remained active in almost all districts of the state. Heavy rainfall was also recorded at some places. The highest rainfall was measured at 204 mm in Chainpur of Palamu. On the other hand, 67 mm of rain was recorded in Deoghar, 64.6 mm in Jamshedpur, 9 mm in Chaibasa, and 3 mm in Ranchi. The Department also informed that there will be no major change in the maximum temperature at present. However, in the coming three days, the maximum temperature may increase by 2 to 3 degrees. The highest temperature of 34.8 degrees Celsius was recorded in Saraikela, while the lowest temperature of 21 degrees Celsius was recorded in Latehar. Meanwhile, in the wake of incessant rain in Palamu, the district administration has ordered all schools to remain closed on July 17. Deputy Commissioner Samira S. has directed all BDOs and COs to keep an eye on their respective areas. Safe places have also been marked for villages situated on riverbanks so that affected families may be given shelter there. The Assistant Municipal Commissioner has been instructed to form a special team to deal with the problem of waterlogging in the city. The team will drain the water using motor pumps. Arrangements have also been made to deal with the situation of falling trees. According to Palamu SP Rishma Rameshan, warnings are being issued advising people not to go near riverbanks. Public announcements are being made for this purpose. Adequate police force has been deployed.
CID takes over probe into Maiyan Samman Yojana fraud involving men from Bihar, West Bengal
RANCHI: After it was revealed that the benefits of the Maiyan Samman Yojana, exclusively meant for the women of Jharkhand, were being availed not only by woman from other states but also men in Bihar and West Bengal, the state Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has taken over the case. Notably, as many as 172 people, both men and women, were booked in Jamshedpur, not only for fraudulently registering themselves with the scheme, but also taking financial assistance of Rs 2500. An FIR has been registered at Galudih police station against 39 residents of Kishanganj in Bihar and 133 of North Dinajpur district of West Bengal on July 9. Interestingly, 40 of the total beneficiaries, taking advantage of the scheme, were found to be men. Not only that, these 40 men have also registered names of men in the column of husband's name in the application form. Now the CID will take over the case registered at Galudih Police Station. It will try to find out whether such fraud has happened in other districts as well and who all are involved in it, said a senior police official, requesting anonymity. The CID will investigate how such a large number of non-eligible beneficiaries were selected and the entire network behind it, he added. In the FIR, lodged in the case, 12 such people were found to not have any clear address, despite this, they were given the benefit of the scheme. All the 172 accused persons forged documents by showing themselves as women during the online application. Out of these, 10 men are residents of Bihar and 30 men are residents of West Bengal, stated the FIR. This FIR was registered at Galudih police station by secretary in-charge of Hendaljuri Panchayat Mangal Tudu under sections 318(4), 338, 339, 336 and 61(2)/3(5) of the Indian Penal Code (BNS) as well as sections 65, 66(C), 66(D) of the IT Act. Though the amount was not mentioned in the FIR, it is estimated that through fake documents, Rs 9 lakh 57 thousand were sent to the bank accounts of 172 Muslims of Bengal and Bihar under the first instalment of Rs 2,500.
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The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life, as well as for national & multi-national corporates looking for top talent.
Jamshedpur on alert as Kharkhai, Swarnarekha rivers cross danger mark following heavy rains
The East Singhbhum district administration appealed to people living near the rivers to remain alert. Schools across the district remained shut
Injured elephant dies after suspected Maoist IED blast in Jharkhand's Saranda forest
RANCHI: A six-year-old wild elephant named Gadru, which was seriously injured in a suspected IED blast planted by Maoists in the Saranda Forest of Chaibasa, has sadly succumbed to its injuries despite intensive treatment efforts. The elephant had been spotted wandering in the forest in an injured condition ten days ago. Gadru was believed to have sustained injuries on June 24, but it was only located on June 27 with the help of a drone camera. Despite exhaustive efforts by the Forest Department and veterinary experts, the elephant could not be saved. After several hours of treatment, the elephant finally collapsed late on Saturday evening due to excessive blood loss and infection. It had sustained a major injury to its hind limb, which became severely infected and spread throughout its body, said Saranda Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Aviroop Sinha. He added that further details would be available following the post-mortem, scheduled for Sunday. A joint medical team comprising members of the Forest Department and Vantara, a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre from Gujarat, had tranquilised the elephant late on Saturday evening. The animal was then transported to Jhariakela from the Digha area of Saranda, but it succumbed overnight due to massive internal bleeding and injuries. Specialised teams were called in from various forest divisions in Jharkhand and Odisha to assist in locating and treating the elephant. The rescue operation was personally monitored by Jamshedpur Regional Chief Conservator of Forests (RCCF) Smita Pankaj and Saranda DFO Aviroop Sinha, with Dr Tenzing from Vantara also on-site. According to local sources, the incident likely occurred between 24 and 26 June. The elephant was last seen near Digha on June 27and was finally traced by drone on July 3. Forest officials confirmed the animal was severely injured, although the exact cause is still under investigation. However, wildlife experts have not ruled out an IED explosion as the cause, given the nature of the injury to the hind limb. With Maoists now deploying capsule IEDs with limited impact, it's possible the elephant was hurt by one of these devices, said a wildlife expert on condition of anonymity. Notably, Maoist activity is now largely confined to the Saranda jungles of Jharkhand, having been driven out of most other parts of the state. Estimates suggest 8590 Maoist insurgents are hiding in the region, which is reportedly littered with thousands of IEDs, posing a grave challenge for security personnel. Since the launch of a joint security operation in the Kolhan region in November 2022, following intelligence reports about the presence of senior Maoist leaders including Misir Besra and Patiram Majhi alias Anal Da, the area has witnessed intense conflict. The IED blasts triggered by Maoists have claimed the lives of six security personnel and around 22 civilians, leaving over 30 others critically injured.
162 students trapped in inundated residential school in Jharkhand after heavy rain rescued
JAMSHEDPUR: At least 162 students trapped in an inundated residential school in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district after heavy rain were rescued by the police on Sunday, a senior officer said. The students were trapped in the school since Saturday night after the premises got flooded due to heavy rain. We received information that 162 students of Lav Kush Residential School were trapped as the school premises were inundated due to heavy rain. As the school building was submerged, the teachers shifted all the students to the rooftop, where they spent the night. On being informed around 5. 30 am today, police officers and fire brigade teams rushed to the spot and rescued the students one by one with the help of villagers, Superintendent of Police (Rural) Rishabha Garg told PTI. He said boats were used for the rescue operation while the NDRF was requisitioned. However, the police team rescued the students before the NDRF team's arrival, he added.
Tata Steel aims to have 20 pc diversity workforce by 2028
JAMSHEDPUR, June 28: Commemorating a decade of MOSAIC, the diversity and inclusion initiative, private steel major Tata Steel on Saturday said it aimed to have 20 per cent diversity in its workforce across the group by 2028. For Tata Steel, the commitment to diversity goes beyond policy implementation. It actively seeks to redefine norms in typically male-dominated sectors, the company said in a statement. Tata Steels progressive HR policies offer equal benefits for LGBTQIA+ partners, gender-neutral parental leaves, support for [] The post Tata Steel aims to have 20 pc diversity workforce by 2028 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
XLRI Jamshedpur Invites Applications For Two New Hybrid Programmes
Both programmes run for one year and are structured into modules. The total fee for each programme is Rs 2.95 lakh, inclusive of 18% GST.
Jharkhand rains: Bodies of two boys trapped under collapsed well found, girl dies as house caves in
RANCHI : Bodies of the two schoolboys who were trapped for over 22 hours under soil after a well collapsed due to heavy rain in Jharkhand's Khunti district were recovered on Thursday, an official said. A 10-year-old girl was also killed after a mud house in Ranchi district caved in during the day, police said. As rain continued to lash various parts of the state, a bridge and an abandoned residential building also collapsed in different districts, while several rivers were in spate. No casualty was reported in these incidents. The two schoolboys, aged nine and 10 years, were near the under-construction well at Murhu panchayat under Murhu police station limits when it collapsed around 2 pm on Wednesday. A team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) had been deployed in the rescue operation, Khunti Deputy Commissioner R Ronita told PTI. The rescue operation continued since Wednesday night and the bodies of the two boys were found around 12.30 pm on Thursday, an official said. A 10-year-old girl also died after her mud house collapsed in heavy rain at Murpa village under Tamar police station area in Ranchi district. She was alone in the house when it collapsed, police said. A portion of a bridge on the Banai River in Khunti's Torpa also collapsed due to heavy rain, blocking the Khunti-Simdega road. Ronita said a diversion was created there and the NDRF team also deployed at that spot. Heavy rain lashed several districts including Ranchi, Seraikela-Kharswan and East Singhbhum, throwing normal life out of gear. Schools in several districts including Ranchi and Khunti have been closed on Thursday in view of the heavy rains. Ranchi has been witnessing incessant rains for the past two days and its intensity has increased since Thursday morning, a weather official said. An abandoned residential building belonging to Tayo Rolls Company, a subsidiary of Tata Steel, collapsed on Thursday morning at Gamharia in Seraikela-Kharsawan district. In a statement, Tata Steel said the building had earlier been vacated, barricaded and declared unsafe for habitation. An alert has been sounded in the steel city of Jamshedpur in view of the swelling of rivers Kharkhai and Swarnarekha due to incessant rains for the last two days. The water level of both rivers reached near the danger mark, an official statement on Thursday said. The East Singhbhum district administration asked the people living in catchment areas along two rivers to be alert. Deputy director at Ranchi Meteorological Centre Abhishek Anand said a red alert of extremely heavy rainfall has been sounded for Ranchi, Lohardaga, Gumla, Khunti and Simdega as a low pressure system is laying over northeast Jharkhand.
Jamshedpur youth selling mobile covers cracks NEET with 549 marks
RANCHI: 20-year-old Rohit Kumar from Jamshedpur, who sold mobile phone covers from a roadside cart, has cracked the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), securing 549 marks. With an All India Rank of 12,484, he now hopes to secure admission to a government medical college in Jharkhand. Kumar shared that his father once worked in a vegetable market, and he now runs a small shop alongside his elder brother to support their family. He began his education at a government school before moving to a private institution with a modest fee of Rs 800. Following Class 10, the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to take up work at a medical store an experience that sparked his interest in medicine. Initially unaware of NEET, Rohit chose Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Class 11 and managed to top his board exams despite juggling work and studies. He would sell mobile covers by day and study late into the night, often staying up until 3 AM, before starting again at 7 AM the next morning. Though I was confident I would clear NEET, I never imagined Id score this well. I studied till noon, then went to the shop from 12 to around 4 PM, returned home and continued studying till midnight, he said. He credited his success to the unwavering support of his brother and the free coaching provided by Physics Wallah. On average, we earned around Rs 500 a day from selling mobile covers to support our family. Physics Wallah didnt charge me anything for coaching I was given a free batch based on my performance in the second attempt, Kumar added. He also attended free YouTube sessions offered by the coaching platform. Kumar stressed the importance of sticking to the NCERT syllabus, practising thoroughly, and revising regularly. One should focus on NCERT books and follow the syllabus strictly. Practice and revision are the key, he advised. In a heartwarming moment captured on video, Physics Wallah founder and CEO Alakh Pandey visited Rohit at his cart to personally congratulate him. The video, shared by the platform, shows Pandey embracing Rohit and acknowledging his hard work and dedication. Rohit was part of the 'Ummeed' batch a free coaching programme offered by Physics Wallah for NEET 2025 aspirants. After meeting Rohit, it's evident that for children like him, studying isnt a choice it's a necessity. Its truly a pleasure to meet such inspiring individuals, said Pandey.
A young man selling mobile covers on a cart in Jharkhand's Jamshedpur has achieved a milestone by scoring an impressive 549 out of 720 marks in the NEET-UG 2025 exam, setting an example for those who dare to chase their dreams.
