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JMM leader Hemant Soren to take oath as Jharkhand CM today at 5pm
Jharkhand Governor C P Radhakrishnan has invited Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) president Hemant Soren to form the new state government. This invitation follows Champai Soren's resignation from the chief minister's post the previous day. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for today i.e July 4, 2024.
Champai Soren: JMM leader whose entry and exit as CM both dramatic
Champai Soren's brief tenure as Jharkhand chief minister ends abruptly as he resigns to make way for Hemant Soren's return. Champai, a tribal leader with a long political career, implemented key welfare schemes during his short time in office.
Jharkhand: Will Kalpana join husband Hemant Soren's cabinet after her CM dreams fade?
Kalpana Soren’s life took a significant turn in March this year when she officially joined the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), over a month after Hemant’s arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). At 38, her transition from homemaker to politician saw her actively campaigning for the party, with Champai Soren’s backing, as JMM's face during the Lok Sabha elections.
BJP to uproot corrupt JMM-led alliance from power in J'khand to form next govt: Chouhan
BJP's election in-charge Shivraj Singh Chouhan aims to form the next government in Jharkhand by defeating the 'corrupt' JMM-led coalition. The party had a strong performance in the recent Lok Sabha polls in the state.
ED makes fresh arrest in money laundering case against Hemant Soren
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested a broker, Shekhar Prasad Mahto, in connection with a land grab-related money laundering case involving former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren. Mahto is accused of colluding with others to acquire a 4.83-acre land in Ranchi through fake deeds and tampered records. The ED seeks to trace the proceeds of crime and investigate other beneficiaries in this ongoing investigation.
Jailed Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam resigns from state cabinet
Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam, embroiled in a money laundering case, has resigned from the state cabinet and as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party. His resignation comes after being arrested by the Enforcement Directorate following the seizure of Rs 32 crore cash linked to his aide. The BJP opposition had demanded his removal from the cabinet. Earlier, the chief minister had taken over Alam's portfolios.
Wait till June 4: Kalpana Soren stays hopeful despite Exit polls predicting BJP landslide
Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's wife, Kalpana Soren, hinted at revealing crucial information on June 4 after INDIA bloc and Congress meetings.
Polling begins for 3 Lok Sabha seats in Jharkhand
Voting for Lok Sabha seats in Jharkhand began with tight security. Three constituencies - Dumka, Rajmahal, and Godda - have a total of 52 candidates, including 8 women, contesting in the final phase of elections.
DJ operator shot dead in Jharkhand's Ranchi for not serving alcohol. Chilling video surfaces
A DJ operator, Sandeep Pramanik from West Bengal, was fatally shot in Ranchi. The accused with a criminal record was arrested in Gaya by Ranchi SSP Chandan Kumar Sinha.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 61.41 pc voter turnout recorded till 5 pm in Jharkhand
A voter turnout of 61.41% was recorded in Jharkhand's Lok Sabha constituencies. Dhanbad sees a contest between BJP's Dulu Mahato and Congress' Anupama Singh.
Jharkhand: BJP's Sanjay Seth appears relaxed with Congress divided over ticket
The contest in Ranchi seems one-sided with Congress giving the ticket to former Ranchi MP Subodh Kant Sahay's 28-year-old daughter Yashaswini. A lawyer by profession, Yashaswini is making her political debut but the campaign is coordinated by her father. The ticket has divided the Congress in Ranchi.
IL&FS files writ petition seeking Rs 775 cr in pending annuities from Jharkhand govt
Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) has filed a plea with Ranchi High Court, seeking Rs 775 crore in pending annuities and interest from the Jharkhand government for the Jharkhand Accelerated Road Development Project. Despite agreements signed for road development projects, the state government has not released the payments, leading to a legal dispute.
ED summons IAS officer in money laundering case against Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam
The Enforcement Directorate summoned Jharkhand-cadre IAS officer Manish Ranjan in a money laundering case linked to state minister Alamgir Alam and Congress leader Alamgir Alam. The probe involves irregularities and bribes between officials and contractors, with Ranjan asked to depose on May 24.
Avian flu outbreak in Ranchi poultry farm, 920 birds culled: Official
An alert was issued by the Jharkhand government after several bird flu cases were reported in the state capital
"Nobody gives you discount for age...": MS Dhoni opens up on playing competitive cricket following international retirement
Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni has stated that despite not playing cricket throughout the year, there is no "discount for age" when he plays in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Dhoni played for CSK in the ongoing IPL 2024, under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad. His team crashed out of the playoffs race after a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Dhoni said that professional sport is not easy, and he has to be as fit as the other players.
MS Dhoni rides away IPL blues on vintage bike in Ranchi, video goes viral
MS Dhoni returns to Ranchi after CSK's IPL 2024 exit, showcasing his bike passion in viral videos. In IPL, he played under Ruturaj Gaikwad's captaincy. There are speculation whether MSD will take part in IPL 2025. However, Dhoni has highlighted his deep bond with CSK
JMM expels Sita Soren from party's primary membership for 6 years
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) on Friday expelled Sita Soren, sister-in-law of jailed former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren, from the primary membership of the party for six years. The party also expelled its Borio legislator Lobin Hembrom, who filed his nomination to contest the Rajmahal Lok Sabha seat as an independent candidate against sitting JMM MP Vijay Hansdak.
ED: Cash seized from Ranchi flat pertains to minister Alamgir Alam
The ED had raided Alam's personal secretary Sanjeev Kumar Lal and his domestic help Jahangir Alam on May 6 and recovered a total Rs 32.2 crore from a flat in the name of the latter person. The total cash seizure in this case is Rs 37.5 crore.
Alamgir Alam, Jharkhand Minister, arrested by ED in money laundering case
Alamgir Alam ED Arrest: On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Jharkhand Minister and Congress leader Alamgir Alam in connection with a substantial cash recovery from the household help of his personal secretary and state administrative service officer, Sanjeev Kumar Lal. The Congress leader was grilled by ED officials for over nine hours on Tuesday in connection with a money laundering case. Alam, the state's Rural Development minister, arrived at the ED office around 11 am and departed around 8:30 pm.
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