Jamshedpur Police Encounter Injures Two Accused in Mall Firing Case
Two accused in the Bindal Mall restaurant firing case were injured in a police encounter on Marine Drive in Jamshedpur. Police said both sides exchanged three rounds of fire. Mohan Yadav and Ajit Mandal suffered leg injuries and were taken to MGM Hospital. Police also recovered weapons based on their information. The investigation and search operation continue across the area.
Deoghar ATM Heist: Masked Men Cut Shutter, Flee With Machine
Masked men allegedly targeted an SBI ATM at Nandan Pahar in Deoghar, cutting its shutter and fleeing with the entire machine early Tuesday. The incident occurred around 3:30–4 am and was captured on CCTV. Police launched an investigation, intensified checks at city borders and formed a special team to trace the suspects.
Dumka Burglary: Thieves Steal Jewellery Worth Up to ₹25 Lakh
Thieves stole jewellery worth ₹20–25 lakh from stationery businessman Ashok Modi’s room in Dumka’s Sarai Road. Modi was in Kolkata when the burglary occurred. Police found broken cupboards and a removed window grille, indicating entry through the window. Officers are examining CCTV footage, while the exact stolen amount remains unconfirmed.
30 Jharkhand Students Fall sick After Educational Trip
Around 30 students of PM Shri High School Tilmi in Khunti’s Karra block fell ill after returning from an educational trip to Gurukul and Ranifall. Students reported vomiting, diarrhoea, fever and stomach pain. Several were admitted to Karra Community Health Centre. Health teams are conducting door-to-door medical surveys, while authorities investigate the cause.
Massive Fire Destroys Vegetable Market in Dhanbad
A massive fire broke out late Saturday at a vegetable market near Mandakini High School in Bara Jamua, Dhanbad, destroying dozens of makeshift shops and goods. Firefighters battled the blaze before bringing it under control. No casualties were reported. The cause remains unknown, with a short circuit suspected. Police and fire officials are investigating the incident and assessing losses.
Maharashtra PhD Student Found Dead at ICAR Hostel in Ranchi
A Maharashtra-based PhD student, Prathamesh Raipure, was found unconscious inside his hostel room at ICAR in Ranchi’s Kharsidag area and later declared dead at a hospital. Police said he had called his father complaining of illness before the call suddenly disconnected. The hostel warden broke open the locked room after being alerted. The cause remains unclear pending postmortem examination report.
Firing at Cement Shop After Extortion Threat in Lohardaga
A cement trader in Lohardaga’s Harmu Road area was allegedly targeted after receiving a WhatsApp threat demanding levy in the name of the Rahul Singh gang. Unknown assailants fired at his shop on Friday night. Police, led by SP Sadik Anwar Rizvi, are investigating the incident and working to identify those responsible. No injuries were reported.
Shivam Bus Overturns on NH-33 in Seraikela, Several Injured
A Shivam bus travelling from Kolkata to Ranchi overturned near Jhabri village on NH-33 in Seraikela’s Chowka area around 4 am Saturday. The bus carried 25 to 30 passengers, several of whom were injured. Three seriously injured passengers and others were taken to a nearby hospital. Police and villagers rescued trapped passengers, restored traffic immediately and began investigating the accident.
Hazaribagh Tests Drone Technology for Faster Farm Spraying
Hazaribagh administration is testing drones for spraying pesticides and fertilisers across Padma, Barhi and Ichak blocks. The technology can reportedly cover one acre in six to seven minutes. Five locations have been identified to assess its impact on productivity. Officials are preparing a report for the government, while efforts are underway to involve women and rural youth in drone farming.
