Man killed by elephant in Palamu Tiger Reserve
A 58-year-old man from a PVTG was killed by an elephant in Palamu's Chhipadohar forest. The victim was returning from a market. Forest officials have initiated relief measures. Read the full report.
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Garhwa: 3 held for murder over witchcraft suspicion
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.
UPSC aspirant posed as IAS officer for 7 years, arrested
A man who failed UPSC exams posed as a senior IAS officer for nearly seven years using fake IDs and a government car plate. His deception unraveled at a Jharkhand police station. Read the full story.
Man Lives as Fake IAS Officer for 7 Years After UPSC Failure
A 35-year-old man, after failing UPSC four times, impersonated an IAS and IPTAFS officer for seven years to fool his family. Palamu police finally exposed his elaborate deception. Read the full story.
Man kills wife, buries her with dog to mask smell
A Palamu man, with his girlfriend's help, murdered his wife and buried her body. To hide the crime, he killed a dog and buried it at the same spot. Police have exhumed the body and are hunting for the accused.
Daltonganj police arrest extortion gang member, foil jeweller attack
Daltonganj police arrested Shahrukh Ali, linked to a Kuwait-based extortion racket, for planning to shoot a jeweller. A pistol and ammunition were seized. Read the full story.
Man Held with 64g Brown Sugar in Palamu Forest
Palamu police arrested Mumtaz Khan, 26, with 64 grams of brown sugar from Madhuri Forest. The accused revealed a drug network linking Garhwa, Parwa, Daltonganj, and Bihar's Sasaram. Details inside.
Rs 25,000 Reward for Road Accident Rescuers in Palamu
Palamu administration launches Rah Veer Yojana, offering Rs 25,000 cash incentive and legal protection to Good Samaritans who rush accident victims to hospital within the golden hour.
PTR Bans Liquor at Tourist Spots to Prevent Nuisance
Palamu Tiger Reserve bans alcohol consumption at all tourist spots to prevent nuisance on New Year's Eve. Police and forest teams are on strict vigil. Read more about the crackdown.
JAP-1 Cook Killed in Palamu Road Accident
A Jharkhand Armed Police cook, Sonu Kumar, died in a hit-and-run accident near Daltonganj. Police cite dense fog, lack of CCTV as challenges. Read the full report.
Two arrested in Daltonganj for extortion plot
Palamu police arrest two men linked to gangster Prince Khan for conspiring to extort Rs 1 crore from a jeweller. Read the full investigation details.
Palamu District Forms Census Cell with Nodal Officer
Palamu district establishes a dedicated census cell with nodal officer and master trainers for the upcoming digital census operations in Jharkhand. Learn about the key appointments and two-stage process.
Jharkhand Police Use Drones to Curb Poppy Cultivation
Jharkhand police deploy drones and awareness campaigns in Ranchi, Khunti, Chatra, and Palamu to identify and destroy illegal poppy plantations. Farmers are shifting to legal crops.
Jharkhand: 2 die, 1 critical in room warmer accident
Two women died and another fights for life after suffocating on toxic smoke from a traditional earthen room warmer in Palamu's Phuldiha village. The family of a BSF jawan is devastated. Read the full report.
3 Arrested, 29.24g Brown Sugar Seized in Palamu Raid
Palamu police arrested three youths and seized 29.24 grams of brown sugar in 69 sachets from Chainpur's Samar Tarn. The accused, in their 20s, have been sent to judicial custody. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case.
Three Held with 29.24g Brown Sugar in Palamu's Daltonganj
Chainpur police in Palamu district arrested three youths and seized 29.24 grams of brown sugar packed in 69 sachets. The accused have been sent to judicial custody. Read the full details of the drug bust.
Two Held with 100 Kg Poppy Husk in Daltonganj
Palamu police arrested two men from UP with one quintal of poppy husk on NH-39. The contraband, valued at Rs 8 lakh, was seized during a vehicle check. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case.
Sand shortage cripples Rs multi-crore hospital project in Palamu
A severe sand shortage in Jharkhand has halted construction of Daltonganj's 500-bed Medinirai Medical College. The project, delayed since 2019, now misses its 2025 deadline, impacting healthcare services.
Rs 48 Crore Unclaimed in Palamu Bank Accounts for 10 Years
Over 98,000 bank accounts with Rs 48.83 crore remain unclaimed in Palamu district for 10 years. RBI holds funds as government launches campaign to reunite money with rightful owners.
Khair Timber Seized in Palamu, 3 Arrested
Rehla police station personnel seized a massive khair timber consignment and arrested three individuals in Palamu district. The timber's value ranges between Rs 65-75 per kg. Read more about this major crackdown.
Russell's Viper Rescued in Palamu, Released in Forest
A 4-foot Russell's viper was rescued from a Palamu village house. The forest team released it in Nawa forests. Learn about the snake-bite risks in the region.
Drug peddler arrested with 6kg opium in Daltonganj
Police arrested Abhishek Kumar with 6kg opium worth ₹32 lakh at Daltonganj railway station. The consignment was destined for Punjab or Rajasthan. Read the full details.
Betla National Park Safari Draws 5000+ Visitors
Jungle safari at Betla National Park sees overwhelming response with 5,192 tourists since October 5. PTR authorities plan expansion with more vehicles to meet growing demand during holiday season.
Palamu ACB nabs official for taking bribe in mutation case
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests Chainpur circle office assistant Binod Ram for accepting ₹5,500 bribe for mutation document. Official caught red-handed in trap operation.
Youth Dies by Suicide on Tracks in Daltonganj
A 25-year-old man, Ranjit Vishwakarma, died by suicide after jumping before a train near Daltonganj. Police cite marital strife and depression as possible causes.
Maoist Squad Spotted in Palamu Tiger Reserve, Police Hunt On
Latehar police launch a major operation in Palamu Tiger Reserve forests after a Maoist squad was sighted. Joint teams are scouring the area to nab five identified extremists. Read more.
Missing 8-year-old boy found dead in Daltonganj well
The body of 8-year-old Vivek Verma, missing since Monday, was discovered in a well in Daltonganj. Police suspect accidental drowning. Read the full heartbreaking story.
Tribal Women Become First Female Guides at Palamu Tiger Reserve
Four tribal women from Palamu Tiger Reserve villages make history as first female tourist guides, boosting conservation and women empowerment in Jharkhand. Discover their inspiring journey.
Palamu's Poppy Farmers Turn to Legal Crops
Palamu district witnesses historic shift as illegal poppy growers embrace mustard, potatoes & pulses. Police outreach and court sentences drive agricultural transformation in Kekargarh.
Palamu DC Finds Poor Medicine Management at Health Centers
Palamu deputy commissioner Sameera S uncovers poor stock maintenance, expiring medicines and faulty vaccine cold chains during surprise health facility inspections. Urgent action needed.
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