Jharkhand Archives - The Researchers

Jharkhand’s Illegal Coal Mining Menace: Lives Lost, Revenue Drained

June 22, 2026June 22, 2026 - by The Researchers

A worker was killed in an illegal coal mine collapse in Hazaribagh’s Barkagaon area, highlighting Jharkhand’s ongoing illegal mining crisis marked by recurring deaths, coal theft, environmental damage and massive revenue losses.

Trump Signs Iran Peace Deal at Versailles, Ending 110-Day Middle East War

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 - by The Researchers

US President Donald Trump and Iran signed a landmark peace agreement at Versailles, ending a 110-day Middle East conflict. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pave the way for a final settlement within 60 days.

Rajya Sabha Elections 2026: NDA Bags 20 Seats; Jharkhand Delivers Surprise, ZPM Wins Mizoram Seat

June 18, 2026June 18, 2026 - by The Researchers

JMM’s Baidyanath Ram and NDA-backed Parimal Nathwani won the Jharkhand Rajya Sabha elections, while Congress candidate Pranav Jha suffered a surprise defeat despite the INDIA bloc’s numerical strength. ZPM also retained Mizoram’s lone Rajya Sabha seat.

Vedanta Demerger: ESL Steel Becomes Subsidiary of Vedanta Iron & Steel Limited

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 - by The Researchers

ESL Steel Limited has become a subsidiary of Vedanta Iron & Steel Limited (VISL) following Vedanta’s demerger. The move aims to drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and create long-term stakeholder value.

Jharkhand Cabinet Clears Coal Mining Leases, Emerald Blocks and Major Infrastructure Projects

June 15, 2026 - by The Researchers

The Jharkhand Cabinet led by Hemant Soren has approved major coal mining leases in Bokaro and Godda, emerald exploration in East Singhbhum, the ₹947-crore Amanat Barrage project, Ranchi road expansion, and several key administrative reforms.

How Adani Foundation’s Healthcare and Livelihood Programs Are Transforming Lives in Godda

June 15, 2026June 15, 2026 - by The Researchers

Adani Foundation and Adani Power Godda are transforming rural communities through mobile healthcare units, free medical camps, TB nutrition support, mushroom farming, agricultural initiatives, and skill development programs benefiting thousands across Godda and Sahibganj districts.

From Ranchi Nets to Team India: Palak Creates History with India U-19 Call-Up

June 12, 2026June 12, 2026 - by The Researchers

Jharkhand’s Kumari Palak has been selected for the Indian Women’s U-19 cricket team for the ODI and T20 series against Sri Lanka, becoming the first female cricketer from RDCA to achieve the milestone.

Dhrupad Maestro Krishna Mohan Pathak to Receive Sangeet Natak Akademi Award

June 12, 2026June 12, 2026 - by The Researchers

Renowned Dhrupad vocalist Pandit Krishna Mohan Pathak has been selected for the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2025, recognising his four decades of contribution to Hindustani classical music and the preservation of the Dhrupad tradition.

Vedanta AAS Vidyalaya Achieves 100% Class 10 Board Results, 73% Students Secure First Division

June 12, 2026 - by The Researchers

Vedanta AAS Vidyalaya achieved a 100% pass rate in the Class 10 Board Examinations, with 73% of students securing First Division. The digital education initiative supports over 1,000 students across rural Bokaro schools.

Santhali Folk Artist Babita Hembram Wins Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar

June 11, 2026 - by The Researchers

Babita Hembram, a renowned Santhali folk artist from Jharkhand’s Chandankiyari, has been selected for the prestigious Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar by the Sangeet Natak Akademi for her contribution to tribal music and dance traditions.