Jharkhand CM Soren’s move breaks students, opens gate for anti Black Bill movement

Jharkhand CM Soren’s move breaks students, opens gate for anti Black Bill movement

18-08-2026 

By announcing the ‘complete cancellation’ of the JSSC-CGL (Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level) exam and all recruitment tests, results, and selections handled by the outsourced private agency TDPL (TSR Data Processing…

Schools with computers increased to 69.9%, and internet connectivity rose to 67.4%: UDISE

Schools with computers increased to 69.9%, and internet connectivity rose to 67.4%: UDISE

18-08-2026 

The Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) report reflects continued progress towards a more inclusive school education system. 

Notably, girls accounted for 48.4% of total student enrolment, indicating a balanced…

Exclusive: India's Defence Strength Powers National Security through Self-Reliance

Exclusive: India's Defence Strength Powers National Security through Self-Reliance

18-08-2026 

India’s defence sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. It has emerged as a stronger, more self-reliant and globally credible force. Guided by Atmanirbhar Bharat, sustained reforms, investment and indigenous innovation…

Bharat Taxi scheme set to be launched in Patna, Gauhati, Bhopal, Kolkata, Indore, Nagpur and Ranchi

Bharat Taxi scheme set to be launched in Patna, Gauhati, Bhopal, Kolkata, Indore, Nagpur and Ranchi

18-08-2026 

India’s cities depend on diverse transport systems that keep people connected to workplaces, education, healthcare, and essential services. Public transport forms the backbone of urban mobility, while private vehicles, walking, and cycling provide…

Breaking News: Money transfer from Qatar to India possible by UPI

Breaking News: Money transfer from Qatar to India possible by UPI

18-08-2026 

The Qatar-India remittance service based on PosTransfer powered by UPI is now available, enabling customers in Qatar to send funds directly to UPI-enabled bank accounts in India through Qatar Post outlets.

The service has been developed…

JSSC-CGL exam cancellation prompts another job aspirants to protest and demand CBI probe

JSSC-CGL exam cancellation prompts another job aspirants to protest and demand CBI probe

18-08-2026 

After the Jharkhand government's decision to cancel the JSSC CGL examination, appointed candidates who had served for months staged a protest at the state secretariat in Ranchi.

This move of the CM Hemant Soren’s announced cancellation…

Ahead of fresh talks with Soren govt, students refuse to end protest demanding CBI probe

Ahead of fresh talks with Soren govt, students refuse to end protest demanding CBI probe

17-08-2026 

At a time when Jharkhand students had set an August 20 deadline for a gherao of the CM’s residence, the Hemant Soren government has invited them for a fresh round of talks today- Monday (August 17, 2026).

This is going to be the sixth…

CAG finds ‘contaminated water’ served at stations, Railway Minister orders for ‘Safe Drinking Water’

CAG finds ‘contaminated water’ served at stations, Railway Minister orders for ‘Safe Drinking Water’

17-08-2026 

Following the CAG Report on Drinking Water Quality, a whole-day review was done by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Railway Minister, CRB & CEO, and other senior officials, and immediate corrective measures have been ordered for Safe Drinking Water.

Saaz Music Club rocked IIIT Ranchi on the Independence Day 2026

Saaz Music Club rocked IIIT Ranchi on the Independence Day 2026

17-08-2026 

Indian Institute of Information Technology Ranchi celebrated the 80th Independence Day with a flag-hoisting ceremony held at both campuses of the Institute. 

The ceremony, led by Prof. Rajeev Srivastava, Director, IIIT Ranchi, in the presence…

NIELIT launches Cyber Kushti 2026: National Cybersecurity and AI Hackathon Scores Judgement

NIELIT launches Cyber Kushti 2026: National Cybersecurity and AI Hackathon Scores Judgement

17-08-2026 

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, launched CYBER KUSHTI 2026 on August 15, a national cybersecurity and Artificial…