Garhwa Police Warn Against Child-Lifting Rumors
Garhwa police advise people not to spread child-lifting rumors on social media after innocent individuals were assaulted on mere suspicion in recent incidents.
Garhwa police advise people not to spread child-lifting rumors on social media after innocent individuals were assaulted on mere suspicion in recent incidents.
Ashish Kumar Soni secured the Garhwa Nagar Parishad presidency with 7,201 votes, defeating JMM-backed Santosh Kumar Kesri by a 3,411-vote margin in a 12-candidate race.
The body of a missing 3-year-old boy was recovered from a field in Garhwa's Obra village. Police have taken one person into custody amid suspicions of black magic involvement in the case.
The Garhwa district administration has enforced a ban on loudspeakers, sound systems, and DJs from 10 pm to 6 am, with strict penalties for violations. Silent zones are established near hospitals and schools.
A 20-year-old man, Subhash Kumar Ravi, died after his bike was hit by a speeding truck from behind near Jhamelwa village in Garhwa district. The incident occurred on the Garhwa-Ambikapur road under Ranka police station limits.
A 30-year-old brick kiln worker was discovered deceased near Gasedag village in Garhwa district. While locals suspect foul play, police are investigating whether it was a road accident or homicide.
A herd of wild elephants damaged several motorcycles in Garhwa district, Jharkhand, highlighting human-wildlife conflict. Authorities are monitoring the situation.
A 70-year-old woman from a vulnerable tribal group died after being trampled by elephants while grazing goats in Garhwa district. This marks the second such fatality in the area within a fortnight.
Thousands of visitors from multiple states gathered at Sukhaldari waterfall in Garhwa for the Makar Sankranti fair, highlighting its tourism potential amid calls for better development.
A 30-year-old cyclist, Dilip Kumar, was killed by a speeding pick-up van in a hit-and-run on Garhwa-Nagar Untari highway. Police are investigating. Read the full report.
A 50-year-old PVTG woman was trampled to death by elephants in Garhwa's Chirka village. Authorities have provided Rs 50,000 partial compensation. Stay alert for wildlife safety.
A 40-year-old man in Garhwa's Gadia village was arrested for allegedly murdering his father with an axe, suspecting him of witchcraft. This marks the second such case in the district this week, highlighting a grim reality of superstition in rural areas.
Garhwa police arrest three, including a woman, for murdering a Palamu man based on suspicion of using spirits. Weapons seized. Details on the shocking crime inside.
Garhwa district sees a marginal drop in TB cases from 2,164 in 2024 to 1,870 in 2025 (Jan-Nov). Health officials cite patient negligence in treatment as a major hurdle to eradication.
A young man was found shot dead in a traveller shed on Bhawnathpur-Ketar road. Police recovered IMFL, rice packet, hinting at sorcery. Identity unknown, probe intensified.
Garhwa district schools face a severe teacher shortage with over 50% posts vacant, impacting science, language, and sports education. Officials say appointments are underway. Read more.
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar launched a major crackdown on illegal sand mining after a surprise inspection. Notices served to over two dozen. Read about the action and warnings issued.
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar led a 27-day initiative, 'Aaye Khushiyan Baatein', distributing jackets, caps & footwear to 7,000 vulnerable people across remote areas to combat the cold wave. Read how empathy drove this relief effort.
A major fire in Garhwa's Ramna Main Market destroyed a cloth store and a house, causing an estimated Rs 20 lakh loss. Police investigation into the cause is ongoing. Read for details.
Garhwa administration deploys extensive security, including PCR vans and QRT, at Sukhaldari waterfall and Anraj Dam for New Year's Day. SP Aman Kumar details the plan. Read more.
Garhwa district issues final notice to 280 loan defaulters under Mukhyamantri Rozgar Srijan Yojana. FIRs will be filed if dues are not cleared by December 31. Details inside.
A herd of 10 wild elephants attacked Ambakhoria village in Garhwa district, damaging houses and crops. Forest department assures compensation. Read more.
A Garhwa court sentenced Akhilesh Singh to 25 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a minor in 2023. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh. Read the full details of the landmark verdict.
Police in Garhwa have arrested three men from Uttar Pradesh for the November 29 attack on jeweller Deepak Kumar Soni. The accused also confessed to a major Rs 20 lakh robbery earlier in November. Read the full investigation details here.
Santosh Singh, 22, found hanging in Chirka village, Garhwa. Family discovered body upon return. Police await post-mortem report. Details on the tragic incident inside.
Garhwa police confiscated IMFL worth over Rs 1 crore from a hotel near NH-39. The consignment, en route to Bihar from UP, led to one arrest. Details inside.
Garhwa DC Dinesh Kumar Yadav recommends suspension of panchayat mukhiya and staff for fraudulent withdrawal of Abua Awas Yojna funds. Read about the investigation and punitive actions taken.
JCECEB releases revised schedule for Jharkhand NEET UG 2025 stray vacancy round. Check new dates for merit list, choice filling and admission procedures.
Sita Kumari, 18, died by suicide in Garhwa after village panchayat forbade her relationship with married man. Police investigation underway. Read full details.
Garhwa DC orders formation of District Ujjwala Committee to identify remaining eligible households for LPG connections under PMUY, ensuring transparency and women's empowerment.