Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has been steadily gaining traction among fans of both competitive shooters and the Marvel franchise. The introduction of Daredevil is expected to further boost engagement, especially among players who enjoy character-driven gameplay and narrative depth.
SC grants bail to former Ranchi DC Chhavi Ranjan in money laundering case
RANCHI: The Supreme Court on Friday granted conditional bail to former Ranchi Deputy Commissioner (DC) Chhavi Ranjan in a money laundering case linked to a land scam. He was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on May 4, 2023, and has been in judicial custody since then. Chhavi Ranjan, a 2011 batch IAS officer, has served as the Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi and was posted at the Department of Social Welfare when he was arrested by the ED. The bail plea was heard in the Supreme Court by the Bench of Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. Accused of fraudulent sale-purchase of land in Ranchi, Ranjan had approached the Supreme Court after the Jharkhand High Court rejected his bail plea on August 6 this year. Earlier, the Ranchi PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act) court had also refused to grant bail to Chhavi Ranjan, prompting him to move the High Court seeking relief. The case involves the fraudulent purchase and sale of land located in Bariatu under the Bargai circle in Ranchi, which was under the possession of the Army. Ranjan was Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi from July 15, 2020, to July 11, 2022. Notably, the Enforcement Directorate had conducted raids on April 13 on 21 locations linked to Chhavi Ranjan spread across Jharkhand, Bihar and West Bengal and had unearthed a huge land scam by a gang of scamsters having expertise in preparing fake documents, falsifying and forging original documents in Ranchi. Ranjan was the Deputy Commissioner of Ranchi when a stone mining lease was granted to Chief Minister Hemant Soren for stone mining at Angara in the outskirts of Ranchi. Apart from former Deputy Commissioner and IAS officer Chhavi Ranjan, the ED has also named prominent businessman Vishnu Agrawal, revenue sub-inspector of Bargai circle Bhanu Pratap Prasad, Pradeep Bagchi, land dealers Afsar Ali, Imtiaz Khan, Talha Khan, Faiyaz Khan, Mohammad Saddam, Amit Agrawal, and Dilip Ghosh as accused in the case.
IPL 2026 Mini-Auction Likely on Dec 13-15; Retention Lists Due Nov 15
New Delhi, Oct 10: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction is expected to be held between December 13 and 15, with all franchises required to submit their player retention lists by November 15, according to reports from Cricbuzz. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is in the final stages of confirming [] The post IPL 2026 Mini-Auction Likely on Dec 13-15; Retention Lists Due Nov 15 appeared first on Northlines .
IPL Auction to take place around Dec. 10, retentions by Nov. 15: Report
IPL 2026 mini-auction is set for December 13-15, with franchises submitting retention lists by November 15. The auction might return to India after overseas editions. Several high-profile players, including Sam Curran and Devon Conway, are reportedly being considered for release. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is expected to be a major draw.
JMM eyes 12 seats in Bihar polls, final decision after talks with INDIA bloc partners
RANCHI: The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) is willing to contest at least 12 assembly seats in the upcoming Bihar polls as an ally of the INDIA bloc, a party leader said on Friday. The final decision on the number of seats where the party will field candidates will be made only after a meeting with the INDIA bloc partners, he said. The seat-sharing deal among the INDIA bloc constituents will be finalised in a day or two, JMM general secretary Vinod Kumar Pandey said. We have conveyed our intention to the leaders of the INDIA bloc constituents in Bihar during a recent meeting in Patna. We have also informed our party leader and Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren about the outcome of the meeting. Now, the CM will take the final call on seats that the JMM will contest in Bihar after a discussion with the INDIA bloc partners, Pandey told PTI . During the meeting, held on Tuesday, the JMM claimed around 12 seats in the tribal-dominated border areas, adjacent to Jharkhand, he said. Tarapur, Katoria, Manihari, Jhajha, Pirpainti, Thakurganj, Banka, Rupauli, Chakai, Jamalpur, Banmankhi, and Ramnagar are the seats that the JMM is willing to contest, Pandey said. The elections to 243 seats of the Bihar assembly will be held on November 6 and 11, and votes will be counted on November 14. The Rashtriya Janata Dal is, however, contemplating offering up to five seats to the JMM, a RJD leader in Jharkhand said. In the 2024 Jharkhand assembly polls, the JMM-led alliance had offered six of the 81 seats to the RJD. The RJD had won four seats in Jharkhand.
WPL Auction: Teams can retain up to five players, RTM option introduced
The Women's Premier League has announced key guidelines for its upcoming mega auction, allowing teams to retain up to five players by November 5. Franchises can also utilise the Right-to-Match option for the first time, with an auction purse of Rs 15 crore per team. The league has also established a clear timeline for player registration and list releases.
PepsiCo reports growth in snacks business in India in Q3
PepsiCo's snack business saw a 2.5 percent organic revenue increase in the third quarter of 2025. India was among the markets contributing to this growth. However, the international beverage franchise segment experienced a one percent decline. The company's overall net revenue rose, but operating profit decreased. PepsiCo anticipates low-single-digit organic revenue growth for the full year.
RANCHI: The Jharkhand High Court on Thursday, quashed a local court order linked to alleged derogatory remarks made by Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi against the then BJP President Amit Shah. A single-judge bench of Justice Anil Kumar Choudhary also sent the matter back to the lower court for fresh consideration. While passing the order, the court observed that the Chief Judicial Magistrate appeared to have been influenced by the directions of the Sessions Court while taking cognizance in the case. The High Court stated that the order was passed by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, influenced by the order passed by the Sessions Court. Notably, the case stemmed from a criminal complaint filed against Gandhi, which was initially dismissed by the Chief Judicial Magistrate in Chaibasa. The complainant then moved the Sessions Court by filing a criminal revision petition challenging that dismissal. The Sessions Court subsequently allowed the revision petition, directing the lower court to hear the petitioner and pass afresh order in accordance with the law. Then, the Chief Judicial Magistrate again took cognisance of the case and even issued a summons to Gandhi. The High Court, however, found this entire process legally flawed, observing that the Chief Judicial Magistrates decision of taking cognizance into the matter was influenced by the Sessions Court. It, therefore, quashed the cognizance order and directed the lower court to reconsider the matter afresh in accordance with the law. Advocate Dipankar Rai, appearing on behalf of Rahul Gandhi, argued that the cognisance proceedings were illegal and procedurally defective. The High Court agreed with his submissions, providing much-needed relief to the Congress leader amid a series of legal battles across the country. Earlier on March 18, 2018 in the AICC Plenary Sessions in New Delhi, Rahul Gandhi reportedly had said that that, The people of this country will never accept a lying Bhartiya Janata Party leadership drunk with power because they know that, what the Bhartiya Janata Party is designed for. Further, he went on saying, They will accept a man accused of murder as the President of the Bhartiya Janata Party, but the people will never accept the same in the Congress Party. Hurt by the statement made by Rahul Gandhi, a BJP worker Pratap Kumar filed a complaint at the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate in Chaibasa on July 9, 2018. The court took cognizance in the matter in February 2022 and then issued summon against Rahul Gandhi, which was received by his office.
WPL Teams Can Retain Up To Five Players Ahead Of Mega Auction
New Delhi: Womens Premier League (WPL) teams can retain up to five players ahead of the mega auction, with the retention deadline set for November 5, as per communication sent to teams. The auction itself will be held between November 25 and 29. According to an email sent to franchises on Thursday, each team can retain a maximum of three capped Indian players, two overseas players, and two uncapped Indian players. However, if a team chooses to retain all five players, at least one must be an uncapped Indian player. For the first time in the Womens Premier League (WPL), franchises will be able to use the right-to-match (RTM) option at the mega auction, allowing them to buy back players who were part of their squad in the 2025 season. Each team will be given a maximum of five RTMs, but this number will reduce depending on how many players a team decides to retain ahead of the auction. However, the number of RTMs available will depend on how many players a team retains. If all five retention slots are used, the RTM option becomes unavailable. Teams retaining four players will have one RTM, three players will allow two RTMs, two players will give access to three RTMs, and one retention will provide four RTMs. The WPL has set an auction purse of Rs 15 crore for each franchise ahead of the mega auction. The league has introduced guideline prices for player retentions, categorized into five slabs: Rs 3.5 crore for Player 1, Rs 2.5 crore for Player 2, Rs 1.75 crore for Player 3, Rs 1 crore for Player 4, and Rs 50 lakh for Player 5. Based on the number of players retained, a specific amount will be deducted from the franchises auction purse. If a team retains five players, Rs 9.25 crore will be deducted; for four players, the deduction will be INR 8.75 crore; for three, Rs 7.75 crore; for two, Rs 6 crore; and for one, Rs 3.5 crore. However, the number of RTMs available will depend on how many players a team retains. If all five retention slots are used, the RTM option becomes unavailable. Teams retaining four players will have one RTM, three players will allow two RTMs, two players will give access to three RTMs, and one retention will provide four RTMs. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score The WPL has also laid out a clear timeline in the lead-up to the auction. November 5 is the deadline for franchises to submit their player retention lists. Teams must then provide their lists of players entering the auction by November 7. The final date for player registration is November 18, and the official auction list will be released by the BCCI on November 20. Article Source: IANS
2nd Test: West Indies Batters Need To Get That Start And Kick On To Be Fine, Says Skipper Chase
Arun Jaitley Stadium: Ahead of the second Test against India starting at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, the West Indies find themselves under pressure for both on and off-field reasons. In their crushing defeat by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad, the West Indies failed to cross 200 in either innings, which collectively lasted just 89.2 overs. That led to batting legend Brian Lara publicly questioning the current teams hunger to represent the Caribbean and expressing pain over the decline of a side he once led with distinction. With funding issues and talent drain to franchise leagues also lurking behind, one is hoping for the side from the Caribbean to put up a fight and conjure up an improbable turnaround in New Delhi. Skipper Roston Chase, who cut a sad and embarrassing figure after the loss in Ahmedabad, believes the solution lies in getting good starts and kicking it on to be in their batting returns. For a team low on confidence and facing global scrutiny, this simple advice from Chase offers a chance to reset and challenge the formidable Indian team. I don't think the guys are lacking confidence. But it's just to get that one score, to get that start, to then kick on from there - I just think once you obviously get that good innings or that hundred or that big fifty, that then gives you the confidence to know that I can actually do it. But I think everyone is confident and when you get out there, and you dont start well as a batting unit and the pressure is on - it's for us to soak up that pressure as batters, and still find a way to score and put back the pressure on to the Indian bowlers. So I just think that is the biggest challenge for us. I don't think that we're not confident. I just think that we just need to get that start and kick on and we'll be fine, said Chase in the pre-match press conference on Thursday. It also helps Chase that he spoke to Lara, Sir Viv Richards and Sir Richie Richardson at a team event on Wednesday and will discuss playing eleven dynamics as well as pitchs nature later after their practice session is over on Thursday. They basically said the same thing - they just told me to keep believing that obviously we're down right now, but it has to change at some point. The change can start from now, but it starts with the belief and the mindset of each and every player. Its just to keep motivating the guys that we can still play some positive cricket and change it around and then dont fall from that moment, he said. Asked why the younger crop of batters arent able to sustain batting for a longer period in Tests, Chase said, I can't really speak for anyone, but for myself I just think it's a matter of confidence and continuously playing quality first class cricket and so on - just that know-how of going out there and facing good attacks for longer periods. Obviously try to improve on faults that you may have picked up early on in your career. When you first start, no one really knows you and then obviously you play a couple of games and then people obviously see your weaknesses and try to exploit them. So it's just for the players to just let me try to improve on those weaknesses from as early as possible, that's it. So it's just to stay positive at the crease and always look to score. Even though it's Test cricket, I don't think that you can just go out there looking to survive. Obviously, when you start, you'll be a little more tentative and probably a bit of nerves to start. But once you get past that, I just think it's to stay in the now and keep that hard focus for longer periods. Chase shot into the Indian fans imagination in 2016, when his gritty 137 not out helped the West Indies get an improbable draw in Jamaica. The all-rounder has come to India before, and feels better about his batting in Tests, though he lamented his early fall in Ahmedabad. I feel good at the crease. Obviously in the first game I was looking and feeling good in the first innings and I got a good delivery. But I still thought I could have played it better. But as I said, I'm feeling good after coming off some good form in white-ball cricket against Pakistan and going into the CPL and having some good performances there. But it's Test cricket, it's a different format so you have to bat for longer periods. So that's where the challenge comes in now. Rather than batting for 100 balls, you probably have to bat for 200 balls. They say to make a test century is four sessions - so it's just digging deep for those four sessions and trying to stay in the now and not what has happened before in terms of a ball before or the over before. I just think staying in the present is my biggest challenge for me right now. So that's just something that I have to cope with. You have to play each delivery on merit, just stay in the present and play the ball on merit. Play as per what you see and not what you think. I think that led to my downfall in the last game. was playing what I thought would happen rather than what I saw, he said. Quizzed on his take around the hunger to play for the West Indies diminishing due to the white-ball cricket boom, Chase stated that he will always look to give it all for the men in maroon in any format of the game. Red-ball is the foundation. If you can play red-ball cricket, you can then transition into any other format. But the other way around - white-ball to red-ball - that's harder. All the legends of cricket have been made from red-ball cricket. It's the ultimate test and the ultimate challenge for any cricketer. Quizzed on his take around the hunger to play for the West Indies diminishing due to the white-ball cricket boom, Chase stated that he will always look to give it all for the men in maroon in any format of the game. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score I gave up my chance to play franchise cricket, and I'm taking up the captaincy role now, which is a big step. So, that just goes to show that I want to be here and want to play for the maroon. I will always give my all for the maroon, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Ex-India cricketer reacts to Cummins, Head turning down massive payday reports
Australian stars Pat Cummins and Travis Head reportedly rejected a massive Rs 58 crore offer to prioritize international cricket over franchise leagues. This decision highlights the financial security and stature of top Australian players, contrasting with the choices faced by cricketers from nations like the West Indies.
Candidates left in lurch as JSSC postpones examination last minute
RANCHI: The Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) cancelled the Jharkhand Technical/Special Qualification Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (JT/SQGLCCE), at the last moment without any prior notice to the students. According to the notice issued by JSSC, the examination was postponed due to some unavoidable circumstances. The examination was scheduled to be conducted on October 9 and the candidates reached their respective examination centers from different states. They only got to know about the postponement of the examination through the notice posted on the wall of the examination center. One of the candidates, who had come from Patna, said that if JSSC had informed them a day before, they could have cancelled their tickets and saved their money. This is an unprofessional attitude by JSSC. They should compensate for the time, energy, and money wasted in the entire exercise. They should have informed us at least 24 hours ahead of the examination date, said a candidate. Meanwhile, making a scathing attack on the state government, former Chief Minister Babulal Marandi posted on X, Hemant Soren has once again done to the youth what he has always been doing -- betrayal! Today, the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) was scheduled to conduct the Jharkhand Technical/Special Qualification Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination, but, citing technical glitches, they suddenly announced the cancellation of the exam, said Marandi. Was the technical setup not properly executed because Hemant was in Delhi, or did a real problem arise?, he added. Whatever the reason, the youth who appeared for the examination had to bear the financial and mental loss. The youth have been trapped in the vicious circle of conspiracies of the Hemant government for the last 6 years. The careers of the youth are being ruined by leaking the papers, and then they are being branded as accused and asked for proof of their innocence, he added. , - ! #JSSC / , Babulal Marandi (@yourBabulal) October 9, 2025 Marandi appealed to Hemant Soren, Please immediately address the glitches and ensure the examination is conducted transparently as soon as possible. The government should also bear the travel expenses of all candidates to the examination center. Former Chief Minister Raghubar Das also came forward and posted on his social media platform X, saying that the youth of Jharkhand will teach this incompetent government a lesson. Shame on the Jharkhand government! Hemant government has once again defrauded students by surreptitiously postponing the Jharkhand Technical/Special Qualification Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination of the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) in the dark of night, posted Raghubar Das on X. Students are growing older, and this shameless government is unable to conduct even a single exam properly, he added.
The Baahubali Bible: Inside the massive guide, a glue that holds the franchise
The Baahubali Bible: Inside the massive guide, a glue that holds the franchise
BCCI to hold mega auction for WPL franchises: Report
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to hold a mega auction for the Women's Premier League (WPL) franchises. The move is aimed at revamping the five teams ahead of the 2026 season.
South Africans never give up and never back down: Chloe Tryon | Interview
Tryon, the veteran all-rounder, says the team has learnt a lot from the losses in back-to-back T20 World Cup finals; feels that the totals are getting higher and the bowlers have to find ways; believes it is nice to rub shoulders with the best players in the world in franchise assignments
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.
ILT20: Desert Vipers rope in Afghanistan wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad
Afghanistan wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad has been signed by the Desert Vipers for the upcoming ILT20 season, replacing Wanindu Hasaranga. Ahmad, who impressed in the IPL and CPL, brings significant franchise cricket experience and a strong T20I record to the Dubai-based team.
Prime Day Lego deals: Star Wars and Super Mario sets now up to 30 percent off for Day 2
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Flintoff to part ways with Northern Superchargers after two seasons as head coach
Former England allrounder fails to agree terms with Sun Group, the new owners of franchise
Pat Cummins and Travis Head are currently major earners in the IPL, with Cummins retained by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 18 crore and Head for Rs 14 crore in the 2025 season.
CWI CEO Chris Dehring: West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has urged his players to have their belief and discipline intact in a bid to make an improbable turnaround against India in the upcoming second Test, starting at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday. West Indies continued to hit rock bottom in their Test fortunes when they were crushed by an innings and 140 runs by India inside three days in the first Test in Ahmedabad. It comes at a time when cricket in the Caribbean continues to grapple with inconsistent performances and deeper structural challenges. Things have not been going well for a little bit. I think it's the continuation of the positive words, challenging the players to be more professional, disciplined in their training, and to have more belief in themselves (to make a turnaround). Again, when the game comes, trusting the preparation that they put in to train, and to be able to put it into the game. I see some of the guys lack confidence, and it's something that has to come from within you. But with a lack of performances, it's always hard to rise above that level. But my job is to continue to instil that in the way we practice, think, plan, and strategise. I was just telling someone the conversations we had after the Test. To see the way they came out there and really put a conscious effort to train better, I expect a little bit of some sort of improvement, at least in the way they think and the belief they have in themselves, said Sammy to reporters in a pre-game press conference on Wednesday. The West Indies last won a Test series in India in 1983, and in Ahmedabad, their batting time was 89.2 overs combined, which is clearly insufficient to win a red-ball game in the subcontinent. What really hurt cricket fans was the lack of fight from the batters, something which Sammy did acknowledge. What I do say all the time -- put a bigger price on your wicket and focus for long periods, believe in yourself, trust in the process, the list could go on and on. But, at the end of the day, cricket is an action sport and everyone has to understand the role they have to play for the team to do well - openers going to see the new ball back and bat till lunch. We need to be able to bat at least 80% in India, put a big first innings score on weekends that are challenging. The first innings is very, very important, and it's important to continue the positive messaging. Hopefully, the preparation that they've put in put them in a position to go out and play well, added Sammy, their two-time T20 World Cup-winning captain. The West Indies is now a pale shadow of their dominating self in the cricketing world, and in a bid to get more sponsors and finances going, legendary players Sir Vivian Richards, Brian Lara, and Sir Richie Richardson, along with present-day players Shai Hope and Roston Chase, CWI CEO Chris Dehring and CCO Rupert Hunter, have been in India to get lucrative long-term financial benefits. The difference in the different teams, the top 3-4 teams in the world versus the bottom four. Weve been struggling with finances for a long time. Thats one of the reasons why Brian (Lara), Shiv (Chanderpaul), theyre going to have this event in the afternoon -- trying to see if we can get sponsors to help in some of the areas that we need improvement. Were playing five Test matches, four months in one place, entertaining the world, where other boards have benefited. So, for now, when we, over the years, whether it be through lack of management, backlash, whatever it is, we need those financial resources to help us grow and move forward, added Sammy. The difference in the different teams, the top 3-4 teams in the world versus the bottom four. Weve been struggling with finances for a long time. Thats one of the reasons why Brian (Lara), Shiv (Chanderpaul), theyre going to have this event in the afternoon -- trying to see if we can get sponsors to help in some of the areas that we need improvement. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score We could only work with what we have and whos willing. The inability to match some of the franchises across the world has been an issue. But what I always tell these guys, if we complain about not having the best facilities, not having enough manpower like the other teams, not having the best technology, all these things that the other teams are superior to us, its no secret, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra crosses Rs 300 crore mark globally
Dulquer Salmaan's 'Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra' has shattered records, becoming the biggest Malayalam hit ever and the first to cross Rs 300 crore globally. This female-led superhero film's massive success highlights the dynamism of Malayalam cinema. The franchise is set for a grand continuation with sequels featuring Tovino Thomas, Mammootty, and a climactic ensemble.
Health experts stress sunlight, balanced diet to combat vitamin D and B12 deficiencies
RANCHI, Oct 8: A significant number of people in the state are being diagnosed with Vitamin B12 and D deficiencies conditions once considered rare but now alarmingly common, even among younger age groups. Doctors report that nearly 40 percent of patients visiting hospitals and clinics show symptoms linked to these deficiencies, ranging from fatigue and joint pain to neurological disturbances. Medical professionals attribute the rise to urban lifestyles, poor dietary habits, and reduced exposure to sunlight. Dr. B.N. Banerjee of [] The post Health experts stress sunlight, balanced diet to combat vitamin D and B12 deficiencies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
18-year-old gang-raped in Ranchi; seven including cousin booked
RANCHI: An 18-year-old woman was allegedly raped by seven people in Ranchi district, police said on Wednesday. The survivor reported the incident at the Tamar police station on Tuesday. In her complaint, she alleged that her cousin deliberately trapped her, leading to the incident. Officer-in-charge of Tamar police station, Praveen Kumar Modi, said, according to the complaint lodged by the survivor, The incident occurred on September 30. She was called by her cousin to go to the Dussehra fair at Mardhan More, where two persons arrived, and one of them raped her.They then took her to Sona Tungri Rugdi, where two others raped her. From there, they took her to Bundu, where three others raped her. From Bundu, she was carried to Ranchi, where one more person raped her. Later, they abandoned her at Mardhan More in Tamar area. The FIR has been lodged at Tamar police station against seven people, the police officer said. Four of the accused have been identified, and three remain unknown. Raids are being conducted at multiple locations to arrest the culprits. The victim's medical examination will be conducted on Wednesday, the officer added.
Tata Sons to make over Rs 6,700 crore from stake sale in Tata Capital IPO
Tata Sons is set to earn Rs 6,716 crore by selling 10.1% of Tata Capital at the upper IPO price band of Rs 326. The Rs 15,512-crore IPO, closing today, combines a fresh issue and an OFS. Brokerages view it as a long-term play due to strong retail, SME, and digital lending franchises, though near-term gains appear limited.
Jharkhand on alert as Maoists call for resistance week; security tightened across the State
RANCHI: The Jharkhand Police have heightened security measures across the state, deploying armed forces at sensitive locations and along key transport corridors, following the proscribed CPI (Maoist)s announcement of a Resistance Week from Wednesday and a bandh on 15 October, a senior officer said. Inspector General (Operations) Michael Raj told PTI that 12 battalions of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and 20 units of the Jharkhand Armed Police (JAP) and India Reserve Battalion (IRB) have been deployed to ensure safety and law and order during the Maoist protest and bandh. Maintaining peace and security across the state is the polices top priority. We have deployed additional forces at sensitive locations, government establishments, and major transport routes, including roads and railway networks, to ensure there is no disruption to normal life, Raj said. The police are also prepared for any fallout in districts bordering Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and West Bengal, the senior officer added. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Jharkhand Police urged the public to ignore rumours and continue with their daily activities without fear. Citizens facing any issues are advised to immediately inform the nearest authorities. The Jharkhand Police remain vigilant and committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, Raj assured. Police sources said that continuous combing operations and recent successes, including the neutralisation and surrender of wanted Maoists, have pushed the Left-Wing Extremist (LWE) movement to the brink in the state. Their presence is now limited to isolated pockets in the Saranda forest region and certain areas of Latehar and Chatra districts, the officer added.
Not Aashiqui 3! Kartik Aaryan and Anurag Basus film gets new title
Kartik Aaryan and Anurag Basu`s romantic drama was initially a part of the Aashiqui franchise. Now the film has got a new title, Tu Meri Zindagi Hai, after Mahesh Bhatt and Bhushan Kumar parted ways to avoid reference to the franchise
Super League Kerala 2.0: New coaches, smart marketing & a competition raising the bar
KOCHI: Keralas homegrown professional football league, the Super League Kerala (SLK), has entered its second season and everything about it feels bigger, sharper, and more ambitious. From a full-fledged marketing blitz led by film stars and celebrities to a revamped scouting system and a new wave of international coaches, the league seems to be getting transformed from a promising experiment into a confident, professional spectacle. If last years debut was about proving a point, Season 2 is about raising the bar. The fan engagement alone tells the story packed stadiums across Kozhikode, Malappuram, and Thiruvananthapuram, roaring crowds, and a record 21,903 spectators at the opener. The acceptance has been phenomenal, both in stadiums and online, says Mathew Joseph, CEO and director of SLK. This season feels like a movement. A major part of that movement has been the leagues focus on homegrown talent. Through Project Gamechanger, SLKs in-house scouting initiative, five young players have graduated into professional ranks this year. The first two assists of the season came from players scouted through Project Gamechanger Sangeeth Satish of Forca Kochi and Muhamad Sinan of Kannur Warriors, says Firoze Meeran, SLK managing director. With 100 Kerala players in the mix up from 90 last year the league is fast becoming the states strongest platform for nurturing future football stars. On the field, there is a new international flavour too. Every team has refreshed its setup with new managers, most of them from Europe and South America. D Arun Kumar of Calicut FC celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Forca Kochi FC Kannur Warriors retained their Spanish coach Sanches Murias, while Malappuram FC brought in Miguel Corral, Forca Kochi signed Miquel Plana, Thrissur Magic turned to Russian Andrey Chernyshov, Thiruvananthapuram Kombans appointed Englishman James McAloon, and Calicut FC, the defending champions, are now led by Argentine Ever Demalde. The arrival of ISL veteran Roy Krishna at Malappuram FC has further added to the star quotient. Behind the scenes, the marketing game has gone professional. A slick campaign featuring Basil Joseph, Prithviraj, Shashi Tharoor, and Sanju Samson has given the league unprecedented visibility. Social media campaigns, city-based fan drives, and an online prediction game have amplified fan engagement beyond the stadiums. When personalities like Tharoor and Sanju Samson back the league, it helps us reach a national and even international audience, Mathew says. Each franchise has used the Rs 2.5-crore spending cap smartly, bringing in key players and coaches to strengthen their squads. The league itself has expanded geographically, with Thrissur Magic and Kannur Warriors getting dedicated home turfs for the first time. Broadcast on Sony Sports Network and Doordarshan, with live streaming on Sports.com as part of a three-year deal, the 33-match season will culminate in a grand finale on December 14. With its mix of star-studded marketing, professional management, and a clear vision for nurturing local talent, Super League Kerala has evolved into more than just a state league it is Keralas bold statement in Indias growing football ecosystem.
TRON: Ares, starring Jared Leto, arrives in Indian theatres on October 10, 2025, marking a major shift as a program enters the real world. The film explores humanity's first encounter with advanced AI, building on the franchise's legacy of groundbreaking visuals and futuristic storytelling. Fans can watch the first two films on OTT.
Honour killing: Jharkhand man held for strangling minor daughter, her newborn
RANCHI: A man was arrested in Jharkhand's Garhwa district for allegedly killing his minor daughter and her one-day-old infant to 'protect the family's honour'. The incident occurred at Oraiya village, under Meral police station area. The incident came into light after the girls partner lodged a missing persons complaint on October 5, stating that his wife and their newborn had gone missing. On the basis of suspicion, the womans father Anil Choudhary was interrogated. He confessed that he killed his daughter and grandchild, and hid their bodies. During the interrogation, the victims father stated that his daughter Radhika, was in a love affair with a man in Palamu. Later, she ran away with the man against her father's wishes, said Officer in-charge of Meral Police Station, Vishnukant. The police later recovered the bodies based on his statement and sent them to Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi, for postmortem. It was revealed during investigation that Radhika had reportedly eloped with a youth from Palamu district against her fathers wishes. The couple had a child on October 2 at Garhwa district hospital, following which both the mother and the child went missing. The deceased's boyfriend was sent to jail under the POCSO Act a few months back, but he was later released, he added. Police officials informed that an FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and the accused has been sent to judicial custody. Meral station in-charge confirmed that the case appears to be an honour killing and described it as deeply disturbing. Meanwhile, investigations are on to determine whether anyone else was involved in the act or helped the accused to conceal the crime.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is still $20 a month if you buy pre-paid codes
Microsoft may have made the unfortunate decision to raise the price of a Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription to $30 a month, but you don't have to live by the company's rules at least not yet. Most online retailers are still selling codes for prepaid Game Pass subscriptions at the original $20 a month price. That means you can pay $60 for three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate , stack your codes and keep your subscription without having to downgrade or cancel. As the highest tier in Game Pass, an Ultimate subscription gives you the ability to download and play a library of over 200 games on your PC or Xbox. With Xbox Cloud Gaming, you can also stream the majority of those games to other devices, too, whether it's a smartphone, LG TV or in-car display . It's worth noting, though, the benefits of Ultimate did change with the introduction of the higher price. Microsoft shared that Ultimate subscribers will now also receive the benefits of an Ubisoft+ subscription at no additional cost, a $16 a month value that unlocks access to a back catalog of Ubisoft games from franchises like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry. Starting in November, the new Ultimate subscription also includes access to Fortnite Crew , Epic's $12 a month plan that gives you V-Bucks, battle passes and more in Fortnite . While those new benefits might justify a higher price monetarily, whether that's a convincing reason to stay subscribed is a separate question. This likely won't be the last time Microsoft will raise the price of its subscription service. Avoiding those fees by buying pre-paid Game Pass codes seems like an excellent way to try out the new Ultimate before committing to cancelling your subscription, downgrading your plan or sticking with Microsoft's new price. You can purchase three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $60 a month. Stacking four three-month codes should come out to around $240. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-game-pass-ultimate-is-still-20-a-month-if-you-buy-pre-paid-codes-222333122.html?src=rss
When, where to watch 'The Conjuring: Last Rites' on OTT
The Conjuring: Last Rites, the final installment in the popular horror franchise, was a hit in India. No wonder people are eagerly awaiting its OTT release.
Mandaviya meets Yuvraj Singh, IGPL team to discuss growth of golf in India
New Delhi, Oct 7: Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Tuesday met former India cricketer and Indian Golf Premier League (IGPL) co-founder Yuvraj Singh to discuss the development of golf in India. Organised in partnership with the Indian Golf Union (IGU), the Womens Golf Association of India (WGAI) and the PGA of India, the IGPL, the countrys first franchise-based golf league, is scheduled to take place in January next year with six city-based teams. The tournament will feature both professional and [] The post Mandaviya meets Yuvraj Singh, IGPL team to discuss growth of golf in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Prime Day Lego deals: Get up to 30 percent off Star Wars and Super Mario sets
October Prime Day is here, and Amazon is awash with discounts to consider. Amazon uses October Prime Day to kickstart the holiday shopping season even if you haven't even thought about the holidays yet, you should give the latest Prime Day Lego deals a look. A number of Lego sets from the Super Mario and Star Wars collections are already on sale for up to 30 percent off. When shopping for Lego sets on Amazon, we highly recommend checking a price tracker like Keepa or CamelCamelCamel before buying. It's not difficult to find Lego sets on sale at Amazon, but often those discounted prices have been around for a long time. We've clocked deals in which the sale price has been available for months already, going back as far as late spring and early summer 2025. Here, we're mostly highlighting discounts on new Lego sets, recent price drops and record-low (and close to them) prices on popular Lego sets from franchises like Star Wars, Super Mario and others. Best Amazon Prime Day Lego deals Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 75418 for $31 (30 percent off) Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar 2025 21280 for $38 (16 percent off) Lego Harry Potter Advent Calendar 2025 76456 for $38 (16 percent off) Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 for $18 (49 percent off) Lego Classic Vibrant Creative Brick Box Building Blocks 11038 for $42 (30 percent off) Lego Star Wars Brick-Built Star Wars Logo set 75407 for $50 (17 percent off) Lego Star Wars Spider Tank Building Toy 75361 for $35 (30 percent off) Lego Star Wars R2-D2 set 75379 for $80 (20 percent off) Lego Star Wars Ahsoka Ghost and Phantom II Spaceship Toy 75357 for $112 (30 percent off) Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo set 72033 for $28 (19 percent off) Lego Super Mario World: Mario & Yoshi Building set 71438 for $104 (20 percent off) Lego Technic Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Toy Car 42138 for $35 (30 percent off) Lego Creator 3 in 1 Forest Animals Red Fox Toys 31154 for $35 (30 percent off) Lego Botanicals Bouquet of Roses 10328 for $48 (20 percent off) Lego City F1 Garage & Mercedes-AMG & Alpine Cars set 60444 for $64 (20 percent off) Lego Ideas A-Frame Cabin Building Set 21338 for $126 (30 percent off) Lego Brick Tile backpack for $50 (29 percent off) This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/prime-day-lego-deals-get-up-to-30-percent-off-star-wars-and-super-mario-sets-121513345.html?src=rss
Vaibhav dials Royals official at 5am, leaves him baffled with question
Rajasthan Royals and India U-19 batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a desperate call to the IPL franchise's Director of High Performance Zubin Bharucha from Australia with a curious query. Despite being woken up early, the conversation left a smile on Bharucha's face while highlighting the youngster's hunger for runs.
Attack on CJI amounts to assault on democracys soul: Jharkhand CM
Ranchi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday condemned the attack on Chief Justice of India B R Gavai in his courtroom a day ago and termed the incident as an assault on the soul of democracy. Soren also said the attack was like raising a hand against the nations constitution. I strongly condemn this 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 .
Inspired Generations Of Players: Harbhajan's Warm Birthday Wishes For Zaheer
Lucknow Super Giants: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh shared birthday wishes for his teammate and former left-arm pacer Zaheer Khan, who turned 47 on Tuesday, calling him one of Indias finest fast bowlers. Wishing a very happy birthday to one of Indias finest fast bowlers, @ImZaheer. Your incredible skill, sharp cricketing mind, and calm temperament on and off the field have inspired generations of players. May this year bring you good health, happiness, and continued success in every endeavour. Have a wonderful day celebrating with your loved ones, Harbhajan wrote on X. Zaheer represented India in 92 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 17 T20Is, picking up 311, 282, and 17 wickets in the three formats, respectively. While his red-ball career saw him pick up 11 five-wicket hauls, he finished his white-ball career with a lone five-wicket haul in the ODIs. Zaheer, who had joined IPL franchise Lucknow Super Giants in August 2024, filling the vacancy left by Gautam Gambhir's exit after IPL 2023, parted ways with the franchise after just one season this september. Harbhajan, meanwhile, recently opened up on the IPL slapgate incident and bashed Lalit Modi for releasing the video. An 18-year-old video of the spinner slapping his former India teammate Sreesanth went viral when Lalit shared it on social media. Harbhajan was critical of Lalits move and said that the latter might have been under the influence of alcohol when he put out the video, and that he failed to understand the motive behind pulling off such an act. Harbhajan, meanwhile, recently opened up on the IPL slapgate incident and bashed Lalit Modi for releasing the video. An 18-year-old video of the spinner slapping his former India teammate Sreesanth went viral when Lalit shared it on social media. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Everyone thinks differently. What happened was wrong, and I have already apologised for it. What happened between me and Sreesanth at that time was not right. As a sportsman, I dont think I should have done that. People learn from their mistakes, and if I had enough understanding back then, I wouldnt have done it, he added. Article Source: IANS
Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra becomes 12th biggest hit of 2025
With a staggering Rs 154.24 crore in earnings, Dulquer Salman's 'Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra' is rewriting the record books and securing its place as the 12th top-grossing Indian film of 2025. This phenomenal success is elevating the standards of Malayalam cinema, paving the way for an ambitious five-part franchise that will bring together talents such as Tovino Thomas and Mammootty.
High-stakes battle in Bihar: Two-phase polls to test opposition unity and NDAs hold on power
NEW DELHI: As Bihar gears up for a two-phase election on November 6 and 11, it will decide the fate of the Mahagathbandhan (grand alliance) of opposition, which is eying to return to power in the state. For the ruling NDA, led by the BJP and JD(U), retaining power is about setting the tone for 2029 LS polls. While the grand alliance is yet to announce its seat-sharing formula, the polls are seen as a test of unity for the main players Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Congress. The uneasy relationship between the two may deepen as Congress is looking to bargain for some winnable seats. The Congress contested 70 seats in 2020 but won only 19. The party is expected to contest 60-65 seats to accommodate alliance partners, said a leader. The RJD contested 144 seats and won 75, while the CPI(ML) contested 19 and won 12. According to Opposition leaders, another factor that will dent their prospects is the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls that cut the number of electors from 7.89 crore to 7.43 crore. They see it as a potential tool of disenfranchisement of economically backward, migrants, Muslims, Dalits, and other marginalised groups who support them. In that context, the Election Commission of Indias actions will be under intense scrutiny and the Bihar election will be a test of its credibility. The elections will also reveal whether Oppositions main plank of BJPs alleged vote theft resonated with the Bihar voters. The NDA hopes to win on 20 years of development and welfare programmes for youth and women; a defeat could weaken its march to the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The NDA is banking on both central schemes and lastminute welfare pushes to secure a renewed mandate. JD(U) chief and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar now faces a direct challenge not just from a resurgent Opposition but from his own electoral fatigue. A victory would cement his legacy while a defeat could end his relevance in Bihar politics and weaken his partys standing within NDA. The BJP has deeper stakes. A strong performance would reinforce its dominance across eastern India and provide momentum for upcoming battles in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. But a poor showing could deal a psychological blow and embolden the Opposition. Meanwhile, the entrant Prashant Kishors party is expected to leave a dent on the Opposition vote banks especially the upper caste and the young.
Assassin's Creed Mirage's free DLC, Valley of Memory, drops on November 18
More than two years after the release of Assassin's Creed Mirage , the 13th major installment in the franchise gets a substantial content update for free. The story expansion, called Valley of Memory , is set to release on November 18 and adds six hours of additional gameplay. According to Ubisoft, the DLC follows the protagonist, Basim, into ninth-century AlUla as he tries to find his long-lost father. Along with the new region and map, the Valley of Memory DLC adds new assassination targets, side quests and contracts. Ubisoft is also teasing a unique twist on the franchise's classic black box missions, which allows players to carry out a main assassination quest however they want. The new main questline pits Basim against a dangerous band of robbers, but players will get several gameplay improvements to help complete the story. These changes will even be applied to the base game. The DLC introduces several parkour improvements, including a toggle for manual jumping, a smoother way to transition between rooftops and the ability to customize side and back ejects. Ubisoft adds replayable missions and challenges that allow for specific parameters, like killing only your main target or avoiding using Eagle Vision . Returning players will also find a new skill called Engineer 2, a new level 3 mod for all tools and two more difficulty levels. The free content comes as a welcome surprise for Assassin's Creed Mirage players, but the setting offers a clue as to why. Valley of Memory 's AlUla location is closely related to modern-day Saudi Arabia, which lines up with a previous report that claimed that the DLC was made possible thanks to a partnership between Ubisoft and an esports group that has backing from the Saudi government. In September, Ubisoft employees brought up serious concerns about working with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, who also recently made a massive $55 billion acquisition of EA, alongside Silver Lake and Affinity Partners. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/assassins-creed-mirages-free-dlc-valley-of-memory-drops-on-november-18-163024978.html?src=rss
Tribal youths from Ranchi to train as drone pilots under CCL's 'Unnat Krishi' project
RANCHI: Soon, drones could be seen hovering over the fields in Rando and surrounding villages under the Kanke block of Ranchi, spraying fertilizers on the crops. To make this possible, 10 tribal youths from Rando village are being sent to Hyderabad for drone pilot training under the CSR initiative of Central Coalfields Limited (CCL). This initiative is part of the CSR project Unnat Krishi , jointly run by Central Coalfields Limited, Ranchi, and the Nidhi Samriddhi Foundation. After completing the training , the youths will be provided with drones. This will make fertilizer spraying easier and safer for farmers, while also creating a new source of income for the trained participants. Each trained youth will earn Rs 500 for spraying fertilizers per acre of land. The Foundations Executive Director, Suraj Kumar Sinha, explained that farmers are moving away from traditional practices and adopting modern agricultural methods to mitigate the effects of climate change. Unnat Krishi has given new direction to this effort, he said. In the first batch, six young tribal farmers are being sent to Hyderabad for drone training. All training courses will be conducted in accordance with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regulations. Upon completion, trainees will receive a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC). According to Sinha, the youths were selected for drone operation training based on their qualifications and performance in a written examination. Ten youths have been selected for training, and six will depart for Hyderabad on Monday. All training courses will be conducted as per DGCA regulations, resulting in trainees receiving a Remote Pilot Certificate, said Sinha. Based on this certification, the trained youths will be registered and later provided with subsidised drones under government schemes, which will serve as a sustainable source of livelihood, he added.
Elephant injured in IED blast in Jharkhand's Saranda forests
RANCHI: A wild elephant was injured in an IED blast allegedly planted by Maoists in Saranda jungles of Chaibasa. According to forest officials, the explosion was so powerful that the elephant's right front toes were blown off, leaving pieces of flesh hanging from the wound. Following the incident, both the forest department and police have been alerted in the area. The wound on its front right limb appears to be fresh as it was found in the other three elephants which earlier succumbed to their injuries following IED blasts. We received information at the midnight about it, which is currently under treatment, said Saranda Divisional Forest Officer Aviroop Sinha. The elephant was first spotted in the Ankua jungles in Saranda forests, he added. The DFO informed that it is yet to be confirmed whether the elephant got injured by an IED blast or not, but prima facie it appears that the injured has been caused by the IED blast looking at the pattern of the wounds. The blood loss, however, is less that the other three elephants which got injured in the IED blasts earlier, he said. Meanwhile, mobile veterinary unit has been roped in for the treatment and support from trained veterinary officers. Three additional teams of veterinary officers from the adjoining blocks have also been called in, said the DFO. A team from Vantara is also coming to treat the elephant, he said. According to the DFO, since there is no movement of Maoists in Ankua jungles of Saranda, it is a matter of concern that how did this elephant was hit by an IED. There is also a possibility that it was hit by an IED somewhere else and reached in these jungles wandering in pain, he said. The veterinarian attending to the elephant, Dr Sanjay Kumar, stated that the elephant has been given antibiotics, painkillers and anti-inflammatory medication. The injury is deep and appears to be the result of a massive explosion, he said. Dr Kumar informed that the team is attempting to move the elephant to a safe location where it can receive better and continuous treatment. The injured elephant is a female approximately 10 to 12 years old. Due to the severe injury, she is unable to walk. Forest department personnel are constantly monitoring her and making every effort to ensure her speedy recovery, said Dr Kumar. This incident has raised deep concern among forest officials, as the area is already dangerous for elephants due to Maoist activities and IED explosions. This is fourth such elephant which has been hit by an IED blast in Saranda, as the three others which got injured succumbed to their injuries. Two of them died during treatment while another one found died in the jungles.
Jharkhand: Ghatshila Assembly bypoll to be held on November 11
RANCHI: Ghatshila Assembly by-poll will be held on November 11 along with the Bihar Assembly elections. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Tuesday announced the date for the Ghatshila Assembly by-election during a press conference at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The counting of votes will take place on November 14. The by-election notification will be issued on October 13. The deadline for candidate nominations is October 21. Nominations can be withdrawn until October 24. With the announcement, the Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect in the Ghatshila Assembly constituency. Initially, there was some confusion whether the code would apply to the entire district or just the constituency, but the Election Commission has clarified that it will be enforced only within the concerned Assembly segment. The Election Commission has assured that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure that the polling process is conducted in a fair and transparent manner. Notably, the Ghatshila constituency had fallen vacant this year after the death of State Education Minister Ramdas Soren in Delhi following a prolonged illness. The constituency, which has remained a traditional fortress of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, was won only once by the BJP in 2014. No party has yet announced their candidates. However, Somesh Soren, son of the former Education Minister Ramdas Soren, is likely to be fielded by JMM. On the other hand, the BJP is again going to keep its hopes alive by giving a ticket to former Chief Minister Champai Sorens son Babulal Soren, who was defeated by Ramdas Soren in the 2024 Assembly polls.
Ghatshila Assembly bypoll to be held on November 11
RANCHI: Ghatshila Assembly by-poll will be held on November 11 along with the Bihar Assembly elections. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Tuesday announced the date for the Ghatshila Assembly by-election during a press conference at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. The counting of votes will take place on November 14. The by-election notification will be issued on October 13. The deadline for candidate nominations is October 21. Nominations can be withdrawn until October 24. With the announcement, the Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect in the Ghatshila Assembly constituency. Initially, there was some confusion whether the code would apply to the entire district or just the constituency, but the Election Commission has clarified that it will be enforced only within the concerned Assembly segment. The Election Commission has assured that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure that the polling process is conducted in a fair and transparent manner. Notably, the Ghatshila constituency had fallen vacant this year after the death of State Education Minister Ramdas Soren in Delhi following a prolonged illness. The constituency, which has remained a traditional fortress of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, was won only once by the BJP in 2014. No party has yet announced their candidates. However, Somesh Soren, son of the former Education Minister Ramdas Soren, is likely to be fielded by JMM. On the other hand, the BJP is again going to keep its hopes alive by giving a ticket to former Chief Minister Champai Sorens son Babulal Soren, who was defeated by Ramdas Soren in the 2024 Assembly polls.
Bluegod Entertainment Limited is in advanced talks to acquire a franchise team in Legends League Cricket (LLC) for strategic growth.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is creating waves at the box office with huge collections, while the first Kantara movie is now trending on an OTT platform. Directed and led by Rishab Shetty, the prequel explores the roots of Daiva worship in Tulunadu, mixing myth, history, and devotion. With this new chapter, the franchise continues to win hearts and grow in popularity. Read on!
Jharkhand traders stare at huge losses as heavy rain affects festive buying
The Ranchi Met Office said that the state has received a surplus of 17 per cent rain till September.
The iconic Baahubali franchise has been removed from Netflix, surprising fans. While still available on platforms like JioHotstar and SonyLIV, this removal coincides with the upcoming theatrical re-release of Baahubali: The Epic on October 31. Many speculate this is a strategic move to boost anticipation for the combined, 10-year anniversary cinematic experience hitting big screens worldwide.
NDA, Opposition on same page over holding polls in max 2 phases
PATNA: Both the ruling NDA and Opposition parties in Bihar Saturday demanded that the Election Commission (EC) hold assembly elections in a maximum of two phases and immediately after the Chhath festival to increase participation of voters. Representatives of all parties submitted their suggestions before a three-member EC team, headed by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, during a review meeting held in Patna. They also demanded free, fair and peaceful elections. BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal said his party has demanded holding of polls in a maximum of two phases. We have also urged the EC to ensure the identification of burqa-clad women voters by officials so that genuine voters get to exercise their franchise, Jaiswal said. BJPs major ally JD(U), however, advocated for holding elections in a single phase. JD(U) state president Umesh Kushwaha said, Our party has suggested that the assembly elections should be held in single phase. Kushwaha said his party has urged the EC to announce the election schedule soon after the Chhath festival so that the voters coming from outside the state could cast their votes. A delegation of RJD led by Abhay Kushwaha urged the EC to disclose details of the 3.66 lakh people whose names were deleted from the final voter list. The party urged the poll panel to restrict the NDA from making populist announcements without budgetary allocation. We have asked the EC to put check on personal attacks at political rivals during campaign, Kushwala told the media. RJDs ally Congress demanded details of people whose names were either removed or added after the publication of draft electoral rolls. We have come across multiple discrepancies in the final voter list, Congress state chief Rajesh Ram said. Our apprehensions about removal of a large number of women voters from voter list also proved true, Ram said. Former union minister Pashupati Kumar Paras-led Rashtriya Lok Janshakti Party (RLJP) advocated a single-phase election. RLJP leader Pramod Kumar said that elections should not be extended more than two phases. As the law and order is a big issue, the law enforcing agencies must be asked to tighten the noose around trouble- makers before the election, he said. Union minister Chirag Paswans Lok Janshakti Patty (Ram Vilas) also suggested holding of elections in not more than two phases. BSP leader Suresh Rao said his party has also suggested to give relaxation in publication of criminal records of candidates in newspapers. It becomes expensive for the poor candidates to public criminal records in three different newspapers, he added. The ECI team, comprising Gyanesh Kumar and election commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, and Bihars chief electoral officer Vinod Gunjiyal later held a separate meeting with senior government officials and knew about preparedness for the election. BJP to launch 'Sujhav Yatra' to get people's feedback on manifesto for Bihar polls
BJP urges EC to verify identity of burqa-clad voters during Bihar polls, RJD calls it political ploy
PATNA: The BJP on Saturday urged the Election Commission to hold the upcoming Bihar assembly elections in one or two phases, and to ensure that women in burqas are properly verified against their voter ID photographs at the polling booths. The BJP found itself on the same page as the RJD, its principal rival, on the issue of non-staggered elections, but got charged with political conspiracy for raising the issue of female voters wearing veils. After a meeting with the visiting EC team, led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, state BJP president Dilip Jaiswal said, We have urged the Election Commission to conduct the elections in one or two phases. The election process need not be staggered. Also, tallying of faces of voters, especially burqa-clad women, must be ensured with respective EPIC cards so that only genuine voters get to exercise their franchise. The EC, which is on a two-day tour of the state, held talks with representatives of recognised political parties ahead of the announcement of election dates. The RJD delegation was headed by Abhay Kushwaha, the party's leader in the Lok Sabha, who was accompanied by spokespersons Chitaranjan Gagan and Mukund Singh. When Kushwaha's attention was drawn to Jaiswal's contention on burqas, he snapped, This is a political conspiracy. Only recently has the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls been carried out. New EPIC cards are to be issued to all voters with fresh photographs. Identification of voters is no big deal. But the BJP wants to push its own agenda. The RJD leader, however, disclosed that, like the BJP, we urged the EC to consider holding the polls in not more than two phases, since not much time is left (for expiry of the term of the current assembly). It was also the RJDs contention that the polls be held after Chhath, the state's most popular festival, held six days after Diwali, which falls at the end of October this year. Jaiswal, too, had said that the BJP delegation urged the EC to ensure o further delay in polling dates than the mandatory 28-day gap between the date of announcement of elections and the day on which voting begins. So, if elections are announced in a few days from now, polling should begin November 3-4 onwards. Smaller parties like Union Minister Chirag Paswan's Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) and INDIA bloc partner CPI(ML) Liberation also told the Election Commission that they were in favour of assembly polls being held in ot more than two phases. Both the BJP and the RJD acknowledged that there were a large number of villages in Bihar, with a sizeable population of weaker sections who were intimidated during polls. Jaiswal was of the view that paramilitary forces be deployed in villages with a heavy population of weaker sections like extremely backward classes, a few days in advance, and a flag march-like exercise be conducted to instil confidence among the voters. He said that in riverine areas, which have had a history of booth capturing, deployment of cavalry must also be ensured. On the other hand, Kushwaha sought from the EC identification, at the earliest, of all sensitive booths and the list be shared with us so that we could circulate the same among our cadres in order to prevent intimidation of voters from the weaker sections He said the EC also had a few suggestions for political parties. It said that upon completion of voting, polling agents must obtain Form 17C from the presiding officer. Many times, the agents leave their assigned booths without doing so, leaving the scope for unnecessary disputes later, he added. However, the RJD MP asserted that even if polling agents of a party leave the booth before completion of voting, Form 17C remains available with presiding officers in computerised form. It must be ensured that printouts of these are provided to all candidates, he said. The RJD, which has been voicing apprehensions that the SIR might have been carried out to help the BJP-led NDA, also urged the EC to divulge details of the 3.66 lakh persons whose names were deleted from the final electoral roll published earlier this week. The RJD delegation also requested the poll panel to restrain the Nitish Kumar government from coming up with populist announcements without any budgetary allocation and put an effective check on personal attacks and abuses hurled at rivals by political figures during the campaign.
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.
Kombans FC announce final squad for Super League, unveil jersey
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Thiruvananthapuram Kombans FC have announced their full squad and coaching team for the Super League season 2. The line-up combines experienced international players with young domestic talent. The teams jersey was unveiled and handed over to franchise owner T J Mathew by former state police chief Jacob Punnoose at the event held on Friday. The team will be led by Head Coach James McAloon, supported by Assistant Coach Kali, Goalkeeping Coach Balaji Narasimhan and Strength and Conditioning Coach Fintan Lane. Lane, an Australian with coaching experience in Europe and the United States, was previously with Copenhagen Celtics in Denmark. In terms of our preparation, our team is prepared to win every game. I think, overall, season 1 was definitely a success and gave us the foundation for what we can build on. Tactically, we need to understand the other teams a little bit better, said the head coach. Brazilian midfielder Patrick Silva Mota will continue as captain. He will be supported by vice-captains Autemar Bispo, Bibin Boban and Salam Ranjan Singh. Bispo is a striker from Brazil, Boban is a Kerala native and National Games hero, and Singh is a former Indian international and ISL champion. The forward line-up includes Paulo Victor Lima Silva and Ronald Makalysten from Brazil, along with attackers Mohammed Shafi, Shihad Nelliparamban, Khalid Roshan and Vignesh Maria. Midfielders include Abdul Badish, Akshay P M, Ragav Gupta, Bibin Boban, Rohen Singh and Muhammed Ashar. The defence boasts of Brazilian players Lury de Carvalho Lima and Filipe Alves, along with Akhil J Chandran, Manoj M, Salam Ranjan Singh, Mohammed Sarif Khan, Shanid Valan, Mohamed Sanooth and Shinu R. Goalkeepers Sreeraj Rajeev, Satyajit Bordoloi and Aaryan Saroha will guard the post.
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RANCHI: Ex- Jharkhand CM Babulal Marandis wife and daughter-in-law were allegedly assaulted by members of the Amrit Nagar Durga Puja Committee on Thursday evening in Hazaribagh. The incident reportedly occurred around 7:15 pm as they were travelling from Giridih to Ranchi. The driver was also attacked during the altercation. According to eyewitnesses, a group of people stopped the car and brutally assaulted him, leaving him seriously injured. According to reports, the assault took place when their vehicle got stuck in a procession near the Amrit Nagar Puja Pandal. The driver allegedly asked the crowd to clear the way, triggering a heated exchange of words with Puja Committee members. The situation escalated, leading to a physical assault on the driver. Following her complaint, an FIR was lodged against the members of the Puja Committee, with charges of assault and misconduct clearly mentioned. Police personnel were reportedly present at the time of the incident. Preeti Kisku, daughter-in-law of Marandi, has requested action against the members of the Amrit Nagar Puja Committee. First, my driver was beaten up and badly injured. When I stepped out to intervene, they hurled abuses at me and misbehaved, Kisku said. Following her complaint, an FIR was lodged against the members of the Puja Committee, with charges of assault and misconduct clearly mentioned. However, Hazaribagh Mufassil police station in-charge refused to comment on the matter.
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Woman swept away in drain as heavy rain lashes parts of Jharkhand; IMD says more showers in store
RANCHI: A 50-year-old woman was swept away in an overflowing drain in Jharkhand's Dumka district as heavy rain lashed parts of the state, officials said on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued an orange alert for the districts of Garhwa, Palamu and Chatra, as several parts of the state are pounded by rain, officials said on Thursday. A yellow alert has also been issued for Latehar, Hazaribag, Bokaro, Koderma, Giridih, and Dhanbad till October 4, an official said on Thursday. The Dumka incident happened when the victim, identified as Savitri Devi, stepped out of her home at Gilanpada locality in Dumka town Wednesday night. While wading in knee-deep water, she slipped into a drain, about 50 meters away from her home, and swept away, said Officer-in-Charge of Town Police Station Jagarnath Dhan. She probably could not judge the distance between the drain and her home due to waterlogging, he said. Her body was recovered and sent for post-mortem examination. On Wednesday, heavy rain lashed several districts such as Koderma, Chatra, Hazaribag and Ranchi. The state capital and various other areas of the state continued to witness showers on Thursday, when the Dusshera festival will be celebrated. Light to moderate rainfall at many places with heavy rainfall at isolated places is likely on October 2. The state may witness light to moderate rainfall at most places and heavy to very heavy showers at isolated places tomorrow. Heavy rainfall is likely to occur at isolated places on October 4, said Abhishek Anand, the in-charge of the Ranchi Meteorological Centre. Apart from this, isolated thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds up to 40 km per hour are likely to occur across the state till October 6. A yellow alert has been issued for Lohardaga, Gumla, Simdega, Ranchi, Khunti, West Singhbhum, Bokaro, Seraikela-Kharsawan, East Singhbhum, Ramgarh, and Dhanbad till October 3, according to the bulletin issued by the IMD. The IMD said the temperature is expected to decrease by 3-5 degrees Celsius in the next three days.
CRPF jawan dies from snake bite in Saranda forests of Jharkhand
RANCHI: A CRPF Jawan died after being bitten by a snake during anti-Maoist operation in Saranda jungles in West Singhbhum. According to the information received from Jharkhand Police Headquarters, 209 Cobra Battalion was on a search operation against Maoists in the forests of Chhota Nagara in Saranda. Meanwhile, a venomous snake bit Constable Sandeep Kumar, hailing from Deoria in Uttar Pradesh. Upon receiving information about the snake bite, he was immediately rescued from the forest and taken to a hospital in Kolebira, but Sandeep Kumar wasdeclared dead during treatment. The dead-body of the deceased is being brought by road to Ranchi, where he will be given a final salute. After that, his body will be sent to his hometown in Uttar Pradesh. Chaibasa SP Amit Renu also confirmed that the incident took place during the anti-Maoist operation in Saranda forests. After the incident, the jawan was evacuated from the jungles and admitted to a hospital, but unfortunately his life could not be saved, said the SP. He was informed about the death of the jawan at about 9 am, he added. Notably, snakes, scorpions, mosquitoes and lightning have proven to be more challenging than the Maoists. According to the SP, several incidents of snake bite has taken place earlier during the anti-Maoist drives in Saranda forests. Sources in police headquarters informed that this is likely the second such death of CRPF personnel due to snake bite in Saranda forests. Notably, several jawans have lost their lives due to Malaria during anti-Maoist operations in Saranda jungles of West Singbhum. Sandeep Kumar, a resident of Deoria in Uttar Pradesh, participated in several Maoist operations while serving with the 209 Cobra Battalion.
Jharkhand women use state grant to build road, solve longstanding village crisis
RANCHI: In a first-of-its-kind initiative in Jharkhand, a group of women from Pichulia Tola in Langritanr, under Kanchanpur Block in Palamu district, used part of the financial support provided by the state government under the Maiyan Samman Yojana to construct a 1.5 km approach road to their village. The women explained they had long struggled due to the lack of proper road access. Vehicles refused to enter the village, forcing residents to walk the entire 1.5 km stretch from the main road. Even bikes found it difficult to traverse the path, and in emergencies, patients, including women in labour, had to be carried on cots suspended from bamboo poles to reach the main road, as ambulances could not access the village. Using Rs 2,000 each from the Rs 5,000 monthly financial assistance provided under the Maiyan Samman Yojana , the 25 women of the tola (hamlet) pooled together Rs 50,000 to fund the construction. Basanti Kumari, 50, who played a pivotal role in the effort, recalled, While discussing the ongoing difficulties due to the lack of a road, one of the women mentioned she had received Rs 5,000 in her bank account under the Maiyan Samman Yojana . Jokingly, someone said we should just build the road ourselves. To our surprise, everyone agreed. A meeting was called, and we decided to contribute Rs 2,000 each. This spontaneous decision came after an earlier attempt by villagers to raise funds on Friday, which had only brought in Rs 12,000, enough to begin work, but insufficient to make significant progress. When the initial funds were exhausted, the women's contribution proved vital. They also volunteered their labour, and the road was completed by Monday evening. Geeta Devi, another resident, shared that even guests refused to marry into the village due to its inaccessibility. No wedding processions for our daughters or sisters could reach here because there was no road, she said. Premshila Devi added that children faced daily challenges attending school, having to walk over 1.5 km to reach transport. Villagers claimed they had repeatedly approached their local Mukhiya (village head), MLA, and MP, but their pleas were ignored, prompting them to take matters into their own hands. Thanks to the women, we were able to complete the road. Without their support, it wouldnt have been possible, said local resident Deepak Kumar. Mukhiya Saraswati Devi responded by stating that government funds for road construction had already been allocated, but the work was delayed. Construction was scheduled to begin after the monsoon, she said, while also praising the women's initiative and determination.
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Bihar elections: Final voter list after special intensive revision released by Election Commission
Bihar's final electoral roll was released by the Election Commission on Tuesday. This caused major uproar in the poll-bound state. The 243-member Bihar Assembly term ends on November 22. This voter list followed a Special Intensive Revision after 22 years. Draft rolls were open for claims until September 1. Opposition parties criticized the revision, fearing disenfranchisement of genuine citizens.
Maoists call October 15 bandh in five states over police suppression
RANCHI: The CPI (Maoist) has announced a bandh on 15 October against alleged suppression by security forces in five states, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Assam and Chhattisgarh. In a press release issued by the Eastern Regional Bureau of CPI (Maoist), signed by Sanket, the group also declared the observance of a Resistance Week from 8 to 14 October to mobilise support and register opposition to the ongoing campaign by security forces in these states. According to the statement, the bandh was necessitated by the Union governments refusal to engage in dialogue with them. The release specifically accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of turning down talks, while security agencies intensified combing operations under Operation Kagar in Maoist-affected states. Notably, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday rejected the ceasefire offer made by the Maoists, reiterating the governments commitment to eliminate violent Naxalites by the end of March next year. He said extremists were welcome to surrender and assured that security forces would not fire a single bullet at those who lay down arms. The Maoist statement further that on 15 September 2025, three senior leaders of the party were killed in what it described as a staged encounter. Those named include Central Committee member Sahdev Soren, Bihar-Jharkhand Special Area Committee member Raghunath Hembram, and Zonal Committee member Ram Khelawan Ganjhu. Several other cadres have also been targeted in similar incidents, accusing security forces of adopting unlawful methods to weaken the movement, it said. Top Maoist leaders remain prime targets for forces in Chhattisgarh; nine leaders eliminated in 2025 In the name of eliminating Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, not only individuals are being killed in fake encounters, but mass massacres are being carried out against innocent tribals and indigenous people. And our Home Minister is patting the backs of the police personnel, who murder tribal and indigenous people, stated the press release issued by the CPI (Maoist). The Maoists demanded that all arrested members be produced before the judiciary without delay and urged authorities to desist from conducting fake encounters. Warning of serious consequences if their demands are ignored, the statement clarified that essential services such as milk supply, press vehicles and ambulances carrying patients would be exempted from the 15 October bandh. In the wake of the alleged call of bandh by the Maoists, intelligence agencies have sounded high alerts in Jharkhand. Jharkhand Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Gupta, however, termed the bandh call as merely an attempt to create panic. Naxalites are trying to spread fear through such statements. Wherever they emerge, strong action will be taken. The state police are fully prepared to face any challenge, said the DGP. Interestingly, a day after Amit Shah rejected the Naxalites ceasefire offer, a dossier prepared by the security and intelligence agencies revealed that after a series of arrests, surrenders and encounters, the top leadership of the Left-Wing Extremists has now been dwindling, with only 13 figures in its apex body, four members of the Politburo and nine members of the Central Committee. According to officials, the goal of eliminating armed Naxals by 31 March 2026 could be met much earlier, possibly by the end of this year.
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Saudi Arabia enter cricket, announce partnership with ILT20
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Ranchi Diary | Vatican-themed puja pandal sparks row
A Vatican-inspired Durga Puja pandal in Ranchi has triggered controversy after the VHP and the BJP objected to its design, alleging that it hurt Hindu sentiments. The pandal, set up by RR Sporting Club, featured tall pillars, domes, and sculptures resembling European cathedrals. Inside, above the platform housing the Durga idol, framed portraits of Jesus, Mary, and other Christian figures were displayed. Visuals of the pandal went viral on social media, prompting criticism from Hindu organisations. Following the backlash, the organisers announced modifications to the structure. They removed crosses from statues and replaced Christian images with depictions of Hindu gods and goddesses. Jharkhand gears up to become an IT hub Jharkhand is on its way to becoming an IT hub as efforts are being made to facilitate top global tech companies, including Google, Wipro, and TCS, setting up offices in Ranchi. The state government has initiated preparations and started the process of identifying 100 acres of land for this purpose. It has also implemented the IT Policy 2025, which offers tax incentives and improved infrastructure to IT companies for investment. According to government sources, discussions are underway with Infosys and Tech Mahindra. The government aims to develop Ranchi into an IT hub similar to Bengaluru and Pune. Fine for driving a car without helmet The Bokaro RTO issued a Rs 1,000 fine to a car driver for not wearing a helmet. Anand Kumar Singh, a resident of Jhumri Tilaiya in Koderma, received a message link on his mobile phone from the Bokaro RTO on August 20. Upon opening the link, he found that a Rs 1,000 fine had been imposed on his vehicle number JH 09 BB 5161 (a car) for not wearing a helmet. It was found that the fine was issued due to a technical fault. Bokaro Traffic DSP Vidya Shankar attributed it to a mechanical error, adding that the concerned officials had been notified. The matter is expected to be resolved soon. Mukesh Ranjan Our correspondent in Jharkhand mukesh.r@newindianexpress.com
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Report claims BJP move to remove nearly 80,000 Muslim voters from electoral rolls in Bihar's Dhaka
Repeated attempts were made, allegedly by the BJP, to delete nearly 80,0000 Muslim voters from the electoral rolls in the Dhaka constuituency in the East Champaran district of Bihar, an investigation by the Reporters Collective has revealed. According to the report, the submissions included an official letter from the BJP's state headquarters in Patna, addressed to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of the state, demanding massive voter deletion targeting Muslims, claiming that they were not Indian citizens. The investigation found that the initial attempt was made by one Dhiraj Kumar, the saffron party's booth-level agent (BLA) in Dhaka and also the personal assistant of the constituency's BJP MLA, Pawan Kumar Jaiswal. The initial submissions, seeking the removal of as many as 130 Muslims, were made within a period of thirteen days before the Election Commission of India's (ECI) deadline for submitting amendments to the draft list published after the first phase of the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. The submissions, ten each for thirteen days starting on August 19, were made to the district Electoral Registration Officer. The petitions signed by the BLA on behalf of the party stated, I hereby declare that the information furnished by me is on the basis of proper verification of the part of the electoral roll given to me and I am aware of the penal provisions of Section 31 of Representation of Peoples Act, 1950 for making false declaration. However, it did not mention why the party wanted the voters to be deleted from the list, even when the application forms require the BLAs to provide reasons. The most bizarre submission was made on the last day for the submission of complaints, August 31. The submission, signed by Dhiraj Kumar, sought the removal of 78,384Muslim voters from Dhaka's electoral rolls. Their names and EPIC numbers were listed systematically in the submission. The submission said that people who had not existed on the voter list till January 2025 had been put on the SIR draft list without providing the various documentary proofs that the ECI mandated, including their domicile certificates. Subsequently, an official letter on the letterheadof the BJP state headquarters in Patna was sent to the CEO, seeking the deletion of the same 78,384Muslim voters, but for a different reason. The letter claimed that the voters were not Indian citizens. The letter was signed by one 'Lokesh' as Tirhut Pramandal Prabhari, Election Management Department, Bihar. According to the Reporter's Collective , when contacted, BJP's local leaders denied the existence of a person named Lokesh representing the party. However, the party leaders did not deny the existence of the letter or renounce the applications filed by the BLA. Moreover, the BJP has so far not distanced itself from the submissions nor filed any police complaint regarding them being forgeries in the party's name. Massive disenfranchisement According to the investigation, among the nearly 80,000 voters that the BJP wants removed from the electoral rolls is the entire family of Firoz Alam, the sarpanch of the Fulwaria Gram Panchayat, the village of MLA Pawan Jaiswal. My family has lived in this village for several generations. I have contested in the local panchayat elections. How could I have done this if I am not a resident of India? Now, the BJP has shared my name, my wifes name, and the name of my children, naming them as dubious voters, Alam was quoted as saying by the Reporters Collective. In the Chandanbara village with a majority Mulsim population, the 5000 voters named in the BJP's complaint include booth-level officers, school teachers, and booth-level agents. With a substantive Muslim-Yadav population, Dhaka, a constituency in the Indo-Nepal border, has historically been a stronghold of the Congress and later the RJD. Notably, the BJP wrested the Dhaka seat from the RJD in the 2020 Assembly elections by a margin of 10,114 votes against the total 2.08 lakh votes polled.Now the BJP has allegedly made attempts to remove 40% of the voters in the constituency, which could have a significant impact on the upcoming elections. The revelations come at a time when the ECI is facing flak from the opposition parties for the lack of transparency in the SIR exercise. The opposition parties have stated that the exercise, conducted in a hurried manner just ahead of the Assembly elections in Bihar, is intended to disenfranchise a large population in favour of the BJP-led NDA alliance.
Jharkhand considers armed guards for Palamu Tiger Reserve on lines of Kaziranga amid rising threats
RANCHI: Forest officials in Jharkhand are planning to deploy armed guards by providing weapons to the forest personnel in Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) on the lines of Kaziranga Tiger Reserve and other national parks located in different states. According to Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF), Wildlife, Paritosh Upadhyaya, as of now, tigers and other wild animals in PTR are being protected by a joint team of forest guards and unarmed home guards as and when required, but efforts are allegedly being made to equip them with arms. As of now, we are protecting the tigers from poaching with the help of home guards borrowed from the local administration, but in future a proposal may be sent to the Centre for armed guards on the lines of other states like Kaziranga and other national parks or sanctuaries, said the PCCF (Wildlife). It is a long process as procurement of arms has to be done, but it is in the plan and a proposal may be sent to the Centre in this regard, he added. According to PCCF (Wildlife) Paritosh Upadhyaya, sometimes armed guards become essential for the protection of wildlife animals from poaching in PTR. Meanwhile, a temporary arrangement is allegedly being made by demanding armed home guards from the local administration. For this, the two Deputy Directors and three Forest Range Officers have been given the powers of Special Executive Magistrate. Those who have been given magisterial powers are Deputy Director, North Division, Prajesh Kant Jena, Deputy Director (South Division) Kumar Ashish, along with the Forest Range Officers, Umesh Kumar Dubey, Ajay Toppo and Nand Kumar Mahto. According to Kumar Ashish, since the poachers who enter PTR are fully armed, the forest personnel who come across them feel helpless as they are unarmed. Therefore, it has become necessary to provide armed guards also. For the time being, we have written to the local administration to provide two units each for the North and South Division of PTR, said Deputy Director (South Division) Kumar Ashish. It will create a sense of deterrence among the poachers, reducing 90 per cent of the poaching incidents, he added. According to Ashish, the increasing number of tigers in PTR also calls for the necessity of armed guards. Kaziranga and other tiger reserves located in several other states have armed guards with sophisticated weapons and patrolling is done by them only, therefore, PTR also requires the same arrangements, he said. Notably, Palamu Tiger Reserve falls in a Maoist-affected area. Budha Pahar, a former Maoist training centre, is also within the Palamu Tiger Reserve, due to which several major Maoist attacks have allegedly taken place within PTR. Reportedly, about 13 forest personnel have been martyred in the Palamu Tiger Reserve area since the 1990s and many others were also allegedly punished by the Maoists for taking action against smuggling on several occasions. Spread over 1,149 square kilometres, the Palamu Tiger Reserve is home to numerous wildlife animals, including tigers, elephants, bison, spotted deer and bears. Currently, the Palamu Tiger Reserve area is home to six tigers, around 180 elephants, over 10,000 spotted deer, over 50 bison and around 200 wolves. They are being protected by 110 forest guards and 300 trackers with the help of sticks and sickles. The patrolling team also has sticks and sickles only.
Jharkhand launches influencer programme with up to Rs 10 lakh support to showcase culture globally
RANCHI: In a bid to promote the states tourism sector through social media platforms, the Jharkhand government has launched the Influencer Engagement Programme 2025 to showcase the states natural beauty, cultural heritage and traditions to a global audience. According to officials, the programme will provide financial honorariums ranging from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 10 lakh to selected content creators. The amount will be determined on the basis of an influencers category, nano, micro, macro or mega, as well as the quality of their content, audience reach, views and levels of engagement. Officials in the tourism department believe that the initiative will bring Jharkhands scenic landscapes, tribal traditions, folk art, festivals and unique cuisine to a wider audience. The scheme is open to active social media creators on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and X (formerly Twitter). Priority will be given to travel vloggers, bloggers, food and culture influencers and short video or reel creators who can creatively showcase the states attractions. The initiative is expected not only to boost footfall in the states tourist destinations but also to provide content creators with financial support and professional recognition. The government believes the programme will particularly benefit local youth, offering them an opportunity to monetise their creativity while serving as ambassadors of Jharkhands culture. By leveraging the power of social media, the state hopes to carve out a distinct identity for itself in Indias competitive tourism market and beyond. In this regard, the state has identified 528 tourist destinations for this campaign, spread across four categories. These include locations such as Netarhats serene hills, Hazaribagh and Betla National Parks, the Baidyanath Dham and Trikut Hills in Deoghar, and spiritual and cultural heritage sites like Rajrappa, the Maluti temples, Parasnath, Lugu Buru and McCluskieganj. Creators can also focus their reels on tribal festivals like Sarhul, Karma and Sohrai, which reflect the vibrant traditions of the state. To support participants, the Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation (JTDCL) will provide two days of free accommodation at its hotels, travel arrangements through government vehicles and assistance from the forest department and eco-tourism authorities. The initiative also seeks to engage rural communities, offering local youth employment opportunities and contributing to the economic development of villages. The campaign presents a creative and meaningful opportunity for content creators to tell powerful stories, while helping Jharkhand shine on the national and global stage.
A Durga Puja pandal in Ranchi replaced a Jesus Christ image with Lord Krishna. This action followed objections from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad. Organizers stated the change was a committee decision for religious harmony. The club aimed to promote peace and brotherhood. This Vatican City-themed pandal sparked debate over religious sentiments and cultural display.
Gujarat cybercrime sleuths bust multicrore online betting scam
AHMEDABAD: Gujarats cybercrime sleuths have busted a multi-crore online betting and stock market fraud disguised as an e-commerce business in Surat. The crackdown exposed a Rs 20.08 crore racket spread across 43 bank accounts, with links stretching from Gujarat to Maharashtra, Goa, and online betting syndicates like Mahadev and Lotusbook. The kingpin, Meet Shah, and his network were caught running a sophisticated scam involving fake companies, rented bank accounts, and bogus franchises. The raid on Katargams Lakshmi Enclave office blew the lid off the operation when a man was caught red-handed while handing over a bank account to accused kingpin Meet Shah. Under interrogation, he led police to Meets residence in Amroli, where Meet, along with aides Yash and Rishikesh, was found surrounded by laptops, piles of mobile phones, and bank-related documents, a full-fledged cyber fraud hub. Police seized 24 phones, 3 laptops, 20 debit cards, 3 credit cards, 19 passbooks, 22 chequebooks, 1.95 lakh cash, 3 routers, 29 rubber stamps, along with forged PAN and Aadhaar copies, signalling a highly organized racket. Meet confessed that he rented bank kits, created online usernames and passwords, and then sold access to betting syndicates. He ran his operation in Katargam, while his associates Jignesh and Jitendra operated a parallel fraud centre from Sarthana Rajvi Shopping Centre, posing as an e-commerce setup with a 6,000 monthly rent, which was 'actually a reality used to funnel money from online gaming scams. Investigations revealed Meets direct link with Karan Desai of Ahmedabad, who paid him 80,000 monthly to manage fund transfers. The racket also had ties to notorious online betting platforms like Lotusbook, Ready Anna, Jannat Fair Play, and Mahadev, with funds being routed through bogus franchises like Livopa Live, where Meet worked under Franchise Number 155. Meet also employed Yash and Rushikesh from Maharashtra, paying them 25,000 each, to handle sensitive tasks like entering bank details and cash withdrawals. The probe widened when Nilesh, a cloth broker, was nabbed at the airport. Nilesh supplied fake bank accounts to Meet, earning 25,000 per account. He admitted to providing 17 accounts, including two of his own and others sourced from friends Harsh, Vivek, Nikin, and Ravindra. In another shocking revelation, Jignesh admitted to creating 12 shell companies with his partner Jitendra over two-and-a-half years. These fake firms opened multiple current accounts, enabling the duo to siphon off 1.35 crore in the guise of e-commerce and gaming transactions. A deeper dig into the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCCRP) linked this racket to 67 fraud complaints, involving fake investment schemes, job offers, and online shopping scams, with Rs 7.96 crore siphoned off. Complaints spanned across Maharashtra (11 cases), Gujarat (6), Uttar Pradesh (3), Haryana (3), Madhya Pradesh (3), and Delhi (2), reflecting the nationwide scale of the network. The cybercrime branch is now tracing money trails and digital footprints, as this multi-state cyber mafia appears to have strong connections to betting cartels and financial fraud networks that thrive on laundering illicit online funds.
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Interstate online fraud busted in Jharkhand; one arrested
RANCHI: The cyber crime police under the CID in Jharkhand have busted a major online trading fraud racket and arrested a 19-year-old youth in connection with the case. The arrested youth has been identified as Yashvardhan Kumar from Deoghar. Originally from Gaya in Bihar, he had been living in Deoghar at the time of the arrest. According to CID officials, the racket was run through a fake trading application called CANTILLON . Using WhatsApp as the main platform, fraudsters lured people to invest in the app by promising high returns. Fake profits were displayed on the app to convince investors that they were earning real money. Once the victims invested, they were persuaded to deposit more funds. However, when they tried to withdraw their money, the app was shut down, leaving them with heavy losses. Police said the racket defrauded people of nearly Rs 44 lakh, which was siphoned into multiple bank accounts opened under different names. The CANTILLON app showed dummy profits to mislead investors, but no withdrawals were possible. In this way, Rs 44 lakh was diverted into several accounts, an official statement said. During the raid, police seized a mobile phone, two SIM cards, a bank account, and WhatsApp chats linked to the fraud. Further investigation is underway to trace other accounts, handlers, and digital assets connected to this interstate cyber fraud network, the CID added. As per details from the Ministry of Home Affairs, 46 complaints were filed against the accuseds Bank of Baroda account (No. 26450200001669) from victims across several states, including Telangana (4), Tamil Nadu (4), Karnataka (8), Gujarat (6), Maharashtra (4), Uttar Pradesh (5), and others. The CID is continuing efforts to track the wider network behind the scam.
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Elephant-calf rescued from 25-foot deep well in Jharkhand
RANCHI: An elephant and its calf, which had fallen into a 25-foot deep well while crossing farmland in Ramgarh on Thursday morning, were safely rescued by forest officials. After over two hours of effort, the pair were freed with the help of a JCB machine, allowing them to walk back into the jungle. It took us around two hours to rescue the elephant and its calf by creating a slope down to the bottom of the well with the help of a JCB machine. Finally, the elephant and its calf were rescued and led back into the jungle, said Ramgarh Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Nitish Kumar. The DFO added that the elephant and calf might have separated from a herd of 42 wild elephants roaming the region for the past few weeks. The herd has since moved to Bokaro after crossing Ramgarhs borders, he said. Now, efforts will be made to reunite this elephant and its calf with the herd, the DFO stated. Elephant-calf falls into well, rescue operation underway in Jharkhand Earlier in the morning, the elephant and its calf were spotted in the 25-foot deep well at Hesapoda village in Parsadih forest under Gola police station in Ramgarh. Upon receiving information about the incident, forest officials rushed to the site and began rescue operations. According to villagers, the well, approximately 25 feet deep, was dug under the MNREGA scheme on the land of Dinaram Manjhi. Dense bushes surrounding the well likely caused the elephants not to notice it and fall straight in. Both elephants survived, possibly due to the shallow water in the well. However, due to the depth, they were unable to escape on their own.
Day after DGPs 'Maoists will not see the dawn of 2026' warning, 10 cadres surrender in Jharkhand
RANCHI: Ten members of the CPI (Maoist), including four women, surrendered before Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta in Chaibasa on Thursday during a mass surrender programme organised by the state police and the CRPF under the Jharkhand governments Maoist surrender and rehabilitation policy. The surrender came a day after Gupta, speaking in Gumla, said Maoists would not be able to see the dawn of 2026 and appealed to them to lay down arms. Officials said the cadres were reportedly influenced by the governments rehabilitation policy in their decision to surrender. The surrendered members include CPI (Maoist) area committee member Rando Boipai alias Kranti Boipai, Gardi Koda, John alias Johan Purti, Nirso Sidu alias Asha, Ghonor Devgam, Gomeya Koda alias Tarzan, Kaira Koda, Kairi Kayam alias Gulanchi, Savitri Gope alias Muturi alias Football, and Pradeep Singh Munda. Six of the surrendered cadres are men and four are women. Officials noted that Maoist activity is now largely limited to the Saranda forests, where a handful of cadres are reportedly hiding and have planted thousands of IEDs. Security forces face challenges in the area due to these explosives. Since November 2022, Jharkhand Police and the CRPF have launched joint operations in Kolhan and Saranda forests based on intelligence about the presence of senior Maoist leaders, including Misir Besra, a CPI (Maoist) commander with a Rs 1 crore bounty on his head. According to police data, 9,631 operations have been conducted in West Singhbhum district since 2022, resulting in the arrest of 175 Maoists, 10 killed in encounters, and recovery of large quantities of explosives, weapons, cartridges, and other materials. New police camps have also been established in the past three years in extremist-affected areas to maintain security and restrict Maoist influence. Officials described the surrender of 10 cadres at one time as one of the largest in recent years.
Elephant-calf falls into well, rescue operation underway in Jharkhand
RANCHI: An elephant and its calf fell into a 25-feet deep well while crossing farmland at Hesapoda village in Parsadih forest under Gola police station in Ramgarh on Thursday. After being informed about the incident, forest officials rushed to the spot, and a rescue operation was launched. According to forest officials, both the mother elephant and its calf are safe, and efforts are underway to rescue them. A rescue operation is being planned using a JCB machine and other equipment, said one of the forest officials. They have appealed to villagers to maintain a distance from the spot, avoid crowding, and cooperate with the forest officials during the rescue. Forest officers said the elephants fell into the well during the night. Villagers informed them on Thursday morning, and the rescue team was dispatched immediately. A herd of 42 wild elephants has been roaming the area for the past week. The herd has now moved towards the Bokaro forest range. We suspect the elephant and its calf were part of the herd and fell into the well while moving to Bokaro, said Ramgarh DFO. The well is in an open area without any protective barrier. Since the well is covered with bushes, it was not visible to the elephants. Villagers reported that the well, dug under the MNREGA scheme on the land of Dinaram Manjhi, is approximately 25 feet deep. Dense bushes around it may have caused the elephants to fall in without noticing it. Both elephants survived, possibly due to the shallow water in the well. However, because of the depth, they are unable to get out on their own. The Forest Department has appealed to villagers to maintain a safe distance, cooperate in the rescue efforts, and avoid crowding.
Maoists in Jharkhand will not be able to see dawn of 2026: DGP Anurag Gupta
RANCHI: Jharkhand DGP Anurag Gupta said that the Maoists in Jharkhand will not be able to see the dawn of 2026; either they will be gunned down by the security forces or they will be put behind bars. While talking to the media persons in Gumla on Wednesday, the DGP informed that as many as 32 Maoists of different organisations have been killed in Jharkhand in 2025. As of now, a total of 32 rebels belonging to different Maoist outfit have been killed in 2025. Now, all I can say is, any of the Maoists in Jharkhand would not be able to see the dawn of 2026; they will either by gunned down by security forces or put behind bars, said the DGP. Those who dare to open fire on our police personnel or officers, will be given a reply in that language only, he added. DGP said that the remaining Maoists, rebels, gangsters, organised criminals, extortionists or whatever name you want to call them, will be finished from Jharkhand. The DGP also warned the Maoists that if they want to save their lives, they should put their guns down before the police as they cannot run away from them any more. He said the police have accurate intelligence inputs about their whereabouts, the weapons they have, who they meet, where they stay, from where they are getting money, and who is funding them. Police are capable of reaching out to them and neutralising them; therefore, I suggest to them that they should surrender before the police as soon as possible or their end is not very far, said the DGP. Notably, the DGP was on a visit to Gumla on Wednesday to boost the morale of the security forces, who had gunned down three members of the banned Maoist outfit, Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP), including two Sub-zonal Commanders. The security forces also recovered a cache of sophisticated weapons, including a 5.56 Rifle, a Self-Loading Rifle (SLR) and an INSAS rifle, from the spot. The deceased were identified as Lalu Lohara, Chhotu Oraon, and Sujit Oraon. Lalu Lohara and Chhotu Oraon were both sub-zonal commanders. Chhotu Lohara carried a reward of Rs 5 lakh on his head and was wanted in several criminal cases. Sujit Oraon was working as a cadre in his team. Interestingly, the deadline given by Jharkhand DGP is three months ahead of the deadline given by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who has appealed the Maoists to drop their guns as the Central government is determined to free the country of Maoism and Naxal ideology by March 31, 2026. Notably, Maoists are now restricted only to Saranda jungles in Jharkhand as they have been wiped out from other pockets of the state. According to an estimate, a handful of Maoists are supposed to be hiding in the Saranda jungles, where they have planted thousands of IEDs, which has become a challenge for the security forces. The state police have launched a joint operation in Kolhan and Saranda jungles of Chaibasa in November 2022 following intelligence inputs about the presence of top Maoist leaders in the region, including Misir Besra, a senior CPI(Maoist) commander with a bounty of Rs 1 crore on his head. Meanwhile, according to official data, a total of 18 Maoists were killed in the year 2020, eight in 2021. By the year 2022 this number increased to 12, after this it further rose to 14 in 2023, and 11 in 2024. However, 20 security personnel have also been martyred during these years.
Jharkhand government gears up to launch Maiyan Balwaan Yojana
RANCHI: The Jharkhand government is set to introduce the Maiyan Balwaan Yojana, a new initiative aimed at empowering women in the state. Building on the success of the Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman Yojana, which provides financial assistance to women, the new scheme focuses on promoting entrepreneurship and economic self-reliance. Under the Maiyan Balwaan Yojana, women in the state will receive the necessary financial assistance and resources to start a business through the Jharkhand Opportunities for Harnessing Rural Growth (JOHAR) Scheme. According to government sources, the scheme is likely to be launched on the 25th anniversary of Jharkhand Foundation Day on November 15. The plan is being prepared and will soon be submitted to the Cabinet for approval. Officials said the primary objective of the scheme is to economically empower women beneficiaries of the Maiya Samman Yojana. Efforts will be made to support women entrepreneurs and engage them in self-employment. Under the scheme, women beneficiaries will be linked to self-help groups (SHGs) and provided with opportunities for self-employment. The government wants the monthly assistance of Rs 2,500 under the Maiya Samman Yojana not to remain stagnant in banks. Women should use it to establish their own businesses, for which the state government will provide funds under the JOHAR Yojana, said an official, requesting anonymity. The blueprint for the scheme is being prepared, following which a proposal will be sent to the cabinet for approval. The official also stated that the department is making all efforts to launch the scheme by November 15. The Chief Minister has repeatedly emphasised that women should use the funds under the Maiyan Samman Yojana for the overall development of themselves and their families. He also assured that if additional funds are required for self-employment, the government is ready to provide support. Notably, under the Maiyan Samman Yojana, the state government is distributing approximately Rs 1,250 crore per month to beneficiaries. The new scheme aims to ensure that this financial assistance becomes not just a relief but also a vehicle for change and self-reliance. The Maiyan Samman Yojana, Hemant Soren Governments flagship programme, provides women between the ages of 18-49 with Rs 2,500 every month. Finance Minister Radha Krishna Kishore tabled the annual budget of Rs 1,45,400 crore for FY 2025-26 in the Jharkhand Assembly on March 3, out of which Rs 13,363 crore has been allocated for the Maiyan Samman Yojana. Launched to provide direct financial assistance to economically vulnerable women, the Maiyan Samman Yojana has become a cornerstone of Jharkhands social welfare strategy. The scheme played a key role in the last assembly election, where it was seen as a game-changer. The World Bank has also praised the Mukhyamantri Maiyan Samman Yojana for its contribution to economic development and poverty alleviation in the state.
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