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A koderma court has handed a life sentence to Suraj Rana for the 2023 kidnapping and murder of driver Pradeep Pandit. Rana was also fined Rs 50,000. The Additional District and Sessions Judge found Rana guilty of murder, kidnapping, and destruction of evidence. The crime stemmed from a dispute over a previous gold robbery involving the victim and the accused.

koderma Police successfully returned 101 recovered mobile phones, valued at Rs 30 lakh, to their owners under the "Vishwas" initiative. The koderma Technical Cell utilized advanced tracking and data analysis to locate the devices. Citizens are urged to report lost phones promptly to aid police efforts.

koderma SP Kumar Shivashish initiated the 'Samvad Program' at RMMM+2 High School, fostering trust between police and youth. He addressed cybersecurity, substance abuse, and traffic safety, emphasizing discipline and morality. Students felt empowered to report issues and discuss aspirations, with the SP aiming to boost public-police cooperation for easier communication.

koderma district administration is scrutinizing explanations from 40 schools after a significant drop in Class X board exam results, falling from first to 20th place. Despite district topper Rajnandini emerging from Sonpura, her school received a notice for two failing students, highlighting the administration's commitment to improving educational quality and student performance.

Residents of Kalapahari, a tribal village in koderma, can now sip on clean drinking water thanks to a newly installed tubewell, which has finally alleviated years of severe water shortages. A powerful viral video capturing their struggle, featuring villagers sharing contaminated water sources with livestock, caught the attention of Chief Minister Hemant Soren, leading to this pivotal action.

In koderma, police arrested Rohit Rana and Devanti Rana for the murder of Neha Raj, found with her throat slit. Investigators revealed the motive as revenge for an alleged illicit relationship between Devanti and Neha's husband, Shambhu Rana. CCTV footage and confessions led to the arrests, with the couple now facing charges.

koderma district faced a somber moment on Monday with the unsettling discovery of three bodies scattered across distinct locations. The community mourns the loss of 55-year-old Ramji Yadav, whose body was located in a field, and Surendra Birhor, who went missing and was later found in a forest.

Hazaribag law enforcement made significant strides in combating illicit activities by arresting four individuals, among them a hotel owner, for their involvement in a suspected sex trafficking operation. The unexpected raid at the hotel revealed three men and two women in compromising situations.

The Hazaribag ACB has taken swift action in Jhumritilaiya, apprehending electricity department lineman Sunil Kumar for accepting a bribe of Rs 5,000. The case unfolded when Raju Kumar Yadav, a former brick plant owner, reported Kumar's unscrupulous demand for Rs 15,000 to handle his security deposit refund after power disconnection.

A prestigious PM-Shri school in koderma faces a severe water crisis, impacting education and hygiene. Female students are particularly affected, often sent home due to unusable toilets. Despite its upgrade, the school's borewell is barely functional, and the urban water supply has failed, forcing reliance on neighbours for basic needs and mid-day meal preparation.

Tragedy struck Nandudih village as a lightning strike claimed the lives of three family members, including two women, at their under-construction home. The victims were on the first floor when lightning hit an iron rod, causing an electric current that proved fatal. Other family members on the ground floor were unharmed.

Jharkhand is bracing for a week of light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds from Monday to Saturday. The IMD has issued yellow and orange alerts for various districts, warning of potential severe weather. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly before stabilizing.

A chilling case unfolded in koderma where 14-year-old Chandan Kumar became a target of his brother-in-law, Suraj Yadav, who orchestrated his kidnapping to sway Chandan's family into accepting his marriage proposal to his sister-in-law. Thanks to a dedicated police effort, Chandan was rescued, and Suraj, along with two accomplices, was arrested.

Tragedy struck koderma as a 10-year-old student, Vinay Kumar, drowned in a field pond after school. His family alleges insufficient supervision at Pandeydih Upgraded Middle School, where only two teachers were present for 162 students. Vinay reportedly went to relieve himself after handing his bag to his sisters. An investigation is ongoing.

A 25-year-old woman, Archana Pandit, was found dead in her home with marks on her neck. Her family alleges dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws, claiming she was pregnant. Initially told she died from a fall, the family suspects murder after discovering rope marks. Police are investigating and searching for the absconding accused.

Jharkhand's Class XII results reveal arts students achieved a remarkable 96.14% pass rate, with commerce and science streams also showing strong performances. Girls excelled across all streams, particularly in arts and commerce. Toppers hailed from Bokaro, Ranchi, and Dhanbad, underscoring a broad regional success. State initiatives are credited for boosting girls' participation and performance, especially in tribal districts.

A koderma court has sentenced five individuals to prison for brown sugar possession and sale. Shivam Singh and Satyanand Singh received two years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 20,000 fine each. Arman Warsi, Sonu Kumar, and Suraj Kumar were sentenced to six months rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 10,000 each.

Inclement weather disrupted flight operations in Ranchi on Wednesday. An IndiGo flight from Kolkata was forced to return, while an Air India Express flight from Delhi was diverted to Ranchi. Several parts of the state received rainfall, though temperatures remained high, with a yellow alert issued for thunderstorms and gusty winds.

Tragedy struck koderma district as an elephant herd claimed two lives, a labourer and a young boy, in separate attacks on brick kilns Tuesday night. The incidents have left dozens of workers terrified. While authorities provided immediate compensation and are tracking the herd, villagers advocate for long-term solutions to prevent further human-animal conflict.

A herd of 22 elephants caused panic in Jharkhand's koderma district, resulting in two deaths, including a minor, at separate brick kiln units. The victims, a 40-year-old worker and a 12-year-old boy, were trampled to death. Compensation is being processed for the families.

A tragic incident unfolded in koderma on Sunday. Rohit Yadav, a 35-year-old man, was killed by a herd of wild elephants. The unfortunate event occurred in Kataiya village. Yadav was attempting to drive the elephants away from his field when he slipped and fell. He was then trampled by the animals. His body has been sent for a post-mortem examination.

Ranchi and surrounding districts are set to receive much-needed relief from the heatwave starting Monday, with the Met office predicting rain and thunderstorms across the state. Yellow and orange alerts have been issued for various districts, warning of hailstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Temperatures are expected to drop by 3-5°C until Thursday.

A 35-year-old man was trampled to death by a herd of 15-20 elephants in koderma district. Villagers attempted to drive the animals away, but the victim was attacked while trying to save his cattle. Following the incident, residents blocked a road demanding compensation and relocation of the herd.

Jharkhand is set to experience relief from the heatwave with moderate rain and thunderstorms expected in 18 districts starting Sunday. An orange warning for hailstorms and gusty winds is in effect for northeastern and central parts on Sunday, with yellow warnings issued for Saturday. These weather changes are anticipated to lower maximum temperatures by a few degrees across the state.

Jharkhand's health department honored 10 panchayat representatives for their role in controlling malaria and filaria through community engagement. Despite efforts, the state recorded over 4,000 malaria cases in the first three months of this year, highlighting the ongoing need for robust village-level prevention and early detection measures.

Rallying for women's rights, the BJP organized a 'Mahila Akrosh' in Ranchi, charging the INDIA bloc with blocking critical women's reservation efforts. Led by Union Minister Annapurna Devi and ex-CM Babulal Marandi, the protest aimed to spotlight the alleged neglect regarding women’s safety issues.

Jharkhand's CM Schools of Excellence are witnessing a remarkable improvement in CBSE X board results, thanks to an AI-enabled tutorial program called Sampurna Shiksha Kavach (SSK). This initiative, deployed in select districts, is bridging teacher shortages and offering personalized, 24/7 one-on-one tutoring, leading to significant jumps in pass percentages and student success.

A civil services aspirant heading for his JPSC exam in Giridih was allegedly robbed and assaulted by individuals who offered him a lift. The group, in an SUV, turned back after a short distance, attacked the student, and stole his valuables before abandoning him near the Tilaiya overbridge. Police are investigating the incident.