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In Jharkhand’s Palamu district, a 22-year-old woman from Sonbhadra was allegedly murdered over dowry in Dalla village, and her body was burned to conceal evidence. Police have recovered remains and are searching for the absconding in-laws

Six people, including four family members, were trampled to death by a herd of wild elephants in Hazaribag district. The herd, roaming across Bokaro, Ramgarh and Hazaribag, had caused earlier casualties, officials said. A seriously injured child is hospitalised

In Jharkhand’s Palamu, a couple and their 18-year-old son were allegedly hacked to death over suspected witchcraft, while their minor daughter was injured. Police have launched a manhunt, and the bodies were sent for post-mortem in Medininagar

Two tribal minors were allegedly gang-raped by a group of unidentified men in Jharkhand's Giridih district while returning from a village fair. Police have launched an investigation and ongoing raids

A fierce encounter between security forces and Maoists continues in Jharkhand’s Saranda forest, West Singhbhum. Several Maoists, including a top leader with a Rs 50 lakh bounty, are reported killed, while search and anti-Naxalite operations remain ongoing

A gun battle was underway between security forces and Maoists in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district in which some Maoists were killed

Jharkhand Health Department issued an advisory to strengthen surveillance and preparedness against Nipah virus after two cases were reported in neighbouring West Bengal. Though no cases exist in Jharkhand, authorities urged vigilance, isolation readiness and public awareness due to high infection risk

Jharkhand issues alert after two suspected Nipah virus cases in West Bengal. Health ministry mandates strict surveillance, rapid reporting, and public awareness to prevent outbreak. Union Health Minister assures full central support to West Bengal for containment and monitoring

Ananya Dandu’s fine spell of six for 23 helped Hyderabad beat Jharkhand by nine runs in the BCCI women’s under-15 one-day cricket tournament at Vizianagaram. Hyderabad finished second in the group to qualify for the knockout phase

At least six people, including four from a family, were killed in fresh wild elephant attacks in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district. The tusker has killed 13 people in two days, prompting forest teams to launch operations to drive it away

A wild elephant killed a man and his two children in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district after attacking their forest hut. Another daughter was critically injured, intensifying panic as elephant attacks have claimed seven lives recently.

In West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, Pradhan Purty was arrested for murdering a 25-year-old woman. He confessed to strangling her and crushing her head with a stone after she demanded marriage and money. Evidence, including her mobile and a blood-stained stone, was recovered

Three convicted prisoners escaped from Hazaribagh’s Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan Central Jail, triggering a massive manhunt. Despite high-security measures, authorities are searching the jail and surrounding areas, alerting neighboring districts, and investigating possible lapses in one of Jharkhand’s most secure prisons

A 20-year-old BTech student, Princy Kumari, was found dead in her hostel room at OP Jindal University, Raigarh. She allegedly died by suicide, leaving a note expressing regret over disappointing her parents. Police are investigating the case

Two workers were trapped after a mine wall collapsed on a coal-loading truck at a CCL opencast mine in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh district late Saturday night. Rescue operations are underway, while one injured worker has been hospitalised and mining activities suspended

Ishan Kishan smashed a 49-ball 101 to lead Jharkhand to their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title with a 69-run win over Haryana in Pune. Jharkhand posted 262/3 before bowling out Haryana for 193

Five people, including two women, were killed in separate elephant attacks in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh and Ranchi districts within 24 hours. Forest officials deployed quick response teams to track roaming herds as authorities urged people to avoid approaching wild elephants

A 21 year old man was trampled to death by a herd of elephants in Jharkhand’s Latehar district while stepping out at night. The incident triggered anger among villagers, who demanded urgent measures to prevent human elephant conflict and ensure safety

Jharkhand police have launched a probe into allegations that 27 children from West Singhbhum district were trafficked to Nepal under the guise of education. Two escapees revealed the operation, prompting efforts to trace the remaining children and bring them home

Pallas's Gull, a rare migratory bird, has been sighted after nearly a decade at Udhwa Bird Sanctuary in Jharkhand, signaling positive biodiversity. Officials highlighted protection under the Wildlife Protection Act and ongoing conservation measures against threats