Top Naxal leader Papa Rao among 16 Maoists to surrender in neighbouring area of Jharkhand

Top Naxal leader Papa Rao among 16 Maoists to surrender in neighbouring area of Jharkhand

24-03-2026 

Ahead of the deadline approaching to make India free of Naxalites on March 31,a top Maoist leader Papa Rao among 16 Naxals are headed to surrender in Buster.

The surrender by them is attributed to pressure of security forces. Notably,after…

Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 Concludes With Guidelines Released digitally

Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 Concludes With Guidelines Released digitally

23-03-2026 

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, today released the Operational Guidelines of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 as Jal Mahotsav 2026 culminated alongside the Sujal Gram Samvad on the occasion of World Water…

Eight Naxals arrested,arms and ammunitions seized in Jharkhand

Eight Naxals arrested,arms and ammunitions seized in Jharkhand

23-03-2026 

Eight Naxals [Maoists] belonging to the banned Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC) outfit have been arrested and arms and ammunition seized from their possession in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district.

Acting on a tip-off, security…

Delivery of domestic LPG cylinders remains normal; Panic Bookings reduce

Delivery of domestic LPG cylinders remains normal; Panic Bookings reduce

23-03-2026 

In view of the evolving situation in West Asia, the Government of India understood to take proactive steps to ensure preparedness and response across critical sectors. 

Updates on measures relating to energy supply, maritime operations,…

Indian Railways Strengthens Staff Welfare with Updated Allowance Rates, Benefitting Loco and Traffic Running Staff

Indian Railways Strengthens Staff Welfare with Updated Allowance Rates, Benefitting Loco and Traffic Running Staff

23-03-2026 

Loco Pilots, Guards and Firemen to Receive Enhanced Allowances under Revised Kilometrage Allowance and Allowance in Lieu of Kilometrage (ALK), Recognising the Backbone of India’s Rail Network.

Indian Railways has made a comprehensive…

Jal Shakti hosts World Water Day Conclave 2026 in national capital

Jal Shakti hosts World Water Day Conclave 2026 in national capital

22-03-2026 

Observed globally on 22 March, World Water Day serves as a reminder of the critical importance of freshwater and the urgent need for sustainable water management. 

It highlights the growing challenges of water scarcity, climate change,…

‘Care in Captivity’: A compendium to showcase Best Practices of Zoos’ released

‘Care in Captivity’: A compendium to showcase Best Practices of Zoos’ released

22-03-2026 

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, chaired the 45th Meeting of the Central Zoo Authority held today at the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, Dehradun. During meeting progress of second cycle…

National Zoological Park Marks International Day of Forests with Educational Outreach and Plantation Drive

National Zoological Park Marks International Day of Forests with Educational Outreach and Plantation Drive

22-03-2026 

The National Zoological Park on Saturday celebrated the International Day of Forests with enthusiastic public participation, drawing around 18,000 visitors and engaging nearly 1,500 people in conservation-themed activities.

The day began with…

Jharkhand govt may help bring Captain Ranjan’s body from Hormuz for last rites in Ranchi

Jharkhand govt may help bring Captain Ranjan’s body from Hormuz for last rites in Ranchi

21-03-2026 

Ranchi based Captain Ranjan Dies On Ship Near Hormuz, Family Seeks Help To Bring Back His Body

The Centre and the Hemant Soren government were exploring ways to respond to request by Captain Rakesh Ranjan’s family to ‘help…

World Sparrow Day 2026:Jharkhand missing a chirpy bird that added vibrancy to ecosystem

World Sparrow Day 2026:Jharkhand missing a chirpy bird that added vibrancy to ecosystem

21-03-2026 

Memories of a chirping sparrow of the house are still alive. This perpetually cheerful bird,once a common sound in every household, is now past, raising serious environmental concerns. 

Known for its “chirp-chirp” call that…