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Tragic coincidence: Hemant Soren cabinet loses 3 education-linked ministers since 2023

Since 2023, Jharkhand's education sector has faced a devastating blow with the passing of three ministers. Sudivya Kumar, the minister for Higher and Technical Education, succumbed to cardiac arrest recently. Ramdas Soren, who managed School Education and Literacy, died after a fall in August 2025. Additionally, Jagarnath Mahto passed away…

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Jharkhand recruitment exam row: BJP leaders demand CBI probe, slam government

BJP leaders in Jharkhand have voiced strong accusations against the state government, claiming undue force was used against aspiring job candidates. They are calling for a CBI investigation into alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Reports indicate that JMM workers and police clashed with protesters across multiple districts. Senior BJP officials…

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JPSC-JSSC exam protests: Students halt stir, give Jharkhand government 2-month ultimatum

Students protesting alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations in Jharkhand suspended their agitation on Wednesday and gave the state government a two-month ultimatum to address their concerns. The decision was announced by the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, which said students would await action on their demands during this period.

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Jharkhand exam cancellations leave appointed candidates in limbo after govt cancels 22, probes 23

Jharkhand's government cancelled twenty-two recruitment examinations and ordered investigations into twenty-three others. This decision followed a twenty-six-day student protest concerning alleged recruitment irregularities. Successful candidates who had already joined government departments expressed their deep disappointment and concern. The government aims to restore confidence in the recruitment system following widespread allegations…

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JSSC-CGL cancellation: 2,000 successful candidates fear losing government jobs

The Jharkhand government cancelled the JSSC-CGL examination and other recruitment tests. This decision has caused anxiety for nearly two thousand successful candidates. These individuals fear losing their government jobs after clearing the examinations. They are seeking an investigation and an opportunity to defend themselves. The government aims to restore confidence…

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'Jharkhand will set example for tackling exam irregularities': State Minister Dipika Pandey assures aspirants of reforms

As the Jharkhand government agreed to aspirants' demands and cancelled the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission - Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) examination, State Minister Dipika Pandey on Monday assured students of reforms to strengthen the examination system and ensure strict action against those involved in paper leaks.

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Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto ends 16-day hunger strike, calls exam cancellation 'huge victory for Jharkhand'

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto ended his hunger strike after exam cancellations. The Jharkhand government cancelled the JSSC-CGL and all TDPL examinations. This decision followed a 16-day protest and concerns raised by students. The government also promised reforms and opened a portal for suggestions. Investigations into alleged financial misappropriation are…

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Jharkhand protests: Hemant Soren accepts students’ demands as state Cabinet cancels JSSC-CGL exam

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Monday announced that the state Cabinet had decided to cancel the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission-Combined Graduate Level examination amid protests by students and aspirants. Soren said the decision covers the examinations conducted, results published, candidates selected or participating, and other activities associated with TDPL.

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'Personally meet students': Rahul Gandhi writes to Jharkhand CM Soren, urges him to personally meet protesting students

Rahul Gandhi urged Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to meet protesting students. He emphasized the importance of peaceful protest as a democratic right. Students are protesting irregularities in state recruitment examinations conducted by JPSC and JSSC. Discussions are ongoing, and students remain hopeful for a fair education system. Further protests…

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Jharkhand student protest enters 23rd day as government calls leaders for talks

Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto ended his hunger strike after fifteen days. He seeks permanent reforms in the education system for future generations. The Jharkhand government invited student leaders for talks on Monday. Protesting aspirants agreed to meet a government delegation at the State Guest House. Discussions aim to address…

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Jharkhand exam stir enters 23rd day, students to burn effigies of CM Soren, Rahul Gandhi

Students in Jharkhand are protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities. They plan to burn effigies of the Chief Minister and a Congress leader. Protesters will gherao the Chief Minister's residence demanding his resignation. They seek cancellation of suspicious examinations and an independent probe. The government announced measures for a more transparent…

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Jharkhand student protest: "Don't think I will survive much longer," Prem Nayak on hunger strike alleges Govt apathy

Jharkhand recruitment aspirants plan to intensify their protest over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC examinations, with student leaders announcing a gherao of Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s residence on August 20. They are demanding exam cancellations and a CBI inquiry.

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Jharkhand students escalate protest; to burn CM Soren, Rahul Gandhi effigies tomorrow, announce August 20 siege of CM's residence

Student leaders will burn effigies of Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Rahul Gandhi. They demand cancellation of JSSC CGL and JPSC examinations. A CBI inquiry into alleged irregularities is also being sought. Students plan to surround the Chief Minister's residence on August 20. The agitation will intensify if demands are…

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India says mining tax curbs for states needed to prevent market fragmentation

The Indian government has implemented restrictions on new state taxes concerning mineral rights and land to streamline the national market and lower domestic mineral prices. However, opposition parties contend these limitations may harm the financial stability of mineral-rich regions. Jharkhand's chief minister has appealed to the Prime Minister for a…

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Jharkhand CM Soren urges PM Modi to reconsider mining bill, flags impact on state's finances

Jharkhand's Chief Minister Hemant Soren urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the mining bill. He stated restrictions on state levies could reduce fiscal space significantly. Mining revenue is crucial for Jharkhand's development and welfare programs. The bill's impact could affect social security and economic empowerment initiatives. This could lead to…

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ABVP to launch nationwide agitation over Jharkhand students' issue

The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad will protest across India regarding Jharkhand recruitment issues. Thousands of students have been agitating for nineteen days over alleged examination irregularities. The organization demands a CBI probe and strict action against those responsible. They assert that the Jharkhand Chief Minister's role is questionable without an…

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Over 8,500 suggestions received from students on exam reforms, will build accountable system: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced over 8,500 suggestions received for examination reforms. The government campaign aims to make the exam system more accountable and transparent. Public participation will drive the examination reform process for future generations. Suggestions cover OMR sheets, calendars, scorecards, and question paper transparency. These inputs will…

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Jharkhand students’ protest: BJP calls 'statewide bandh' after Ranchi lathicharge; JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto hospitalised, JPSC-JSSC aspirants demand CBI probe

Jharkhand’s student agitation intensified after police used lathis, tear gas and water cannons during a Ranchi Assembly march by JPSC-JSSC aspirants. The BJP has called a statewide bandh against the action, while protesters demand cancellation of the JSSC-CGL exam, a CBI probe into alleged irregularities and recruitment reforms.

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'Will face batons': JPSC-JSSC aspirants remain defiant after 3rd lathi charge outside Jharkhand Assembly

JPSC-JSSC aspirants protested alleged irregularities outside the Jharkhand Assembly. Police used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the determined demonstrators. Protesters demanded a CBI probe and cancellation of the JSSC-CGL examination. Student leaders vowed to continue their peaceful and constitutional agitation for rights. The government stated it had accepted…

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JPSC-JSSC row: LoP Babulal Marandi, BJP leaders detained amid protests outside CM's residence

BJP leader and Jharkhand Assembly LoP Babulal Marandi and several party leaders were detained during a protest outside Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s residence, demanding a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC exams.

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Jharkhand Governor accepts resignations of three JPSC members amid aspirants' protest

The Jharkhand Governor has officially approved the resignations of three JPSC members based on the recommendations made by the state government. This decision comes amidst a wave of protests from aspirants decrying discrepancies in the public service examinations held by the JPSC and JSSC. Following the unrest, state officials met…

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Jharkhand CM Soren vows justice for exam protesters; says vested interests trying to disrupt democracy

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren pledged transparent justice for protesting youths. He asserted that dialogue, not force, resolves issues and warned against politicizing the student stir. Soren stated that those involved in exam irregularities will face strict action. He urged young people to bring their concerns directly to the government.…

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JPSC Row: Jharkhand govt to recommend ED probe, set up fast-track court

The Jharkhand government will recommend an Enforcement Directorate probe into JPSC exam irregularities. Protesting students' demands for cancellation of the examination have been agreed upon by the government. A fast-track court will be established to address cases of alleged exam irregularities. Charge sheets in these cases will be filed within…

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‘Dialogue, not batons’: CM Hemant Soren promises justice, transparency to Jharkhand exam protesters

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has assured students protesting exam irregularities of government dialogue. He stressed that dialogue, not force, is the appropriate method for addressing concerns. The government is investigating alleged irregularities and has made several arrests in connection with the case. Protesting students demand cancellation of the 14th…

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Jharkhand protest: Stir enters 15th day, govt invites another faction of agitators for talks

Student protests over Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities persist for fifteen days. Talks between the government and protesters have failed to break the deadlock. Another faction of job aspirants will hold discussions with the government today. Students demand cancellation of the 14th JPSC examination and independent probes. The agitation has grown…

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