The year 1857 is often cited as the beginning of India’s first war of independence, but the real spark ignited in 1855. The Santhal rebellion, or Hul movement, in the Santhal Pargana region of Jharkhand, predates the Sepoy Mutiny and saw the Santhal people rise up against British colonial rule. This uprising, which lasted approximately nine months, forced the British to concede to the demands of the Santhals. The rebellion began in Bhognadih, in present-day Sahibganj district. The leaders, Sidhu and Kanhu Murmu, along with their brothers Chand and Bhairav, organized over 10,000 Santhals, establishing a parallel government to challenge…
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The Public Works Department has administratively approved ₹4 crore for the construction of an auditorium in Patthalgaon, following the announcement by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. This comes shortly after the administrative approval of ₹6.7655 crore for an auditorium in Ward No. 16 of the Jashpur Municipality. The construction of the auditorium will provide a well-organized platform for cultural, social, and educational activities for the general public. Various events such as plays, seminars, training programs, cultural performances, and government programs can be successfully organized here. This will provide opportunities for talents to showcase their art and ideas, promoting creativity at…
The Malayalam film industry, including representatives from AMMA, the Producers Association, and FEFKA, held a protest against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on Monday. The demonstration was in support of the film ‘Janaki vs State of Kerala,’ starring Suresh Gopi, which is facing censorship over its title. The CBFC has requested the filmmakers change the name ‘Janaki,’ citing its association with the Hindu goddess Sita. The film’s release, initially scheduled for June 20 and then June 27, has been postponed due to the ongoing dispute. The film, a courtroom drama directed by Pravin Narayanan, features Suresh Gopi as…
A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Bihar government and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) on Monday at Bihar Niwas in New Delhi. The agreement aims to facilitate the development of six airports in the state. The signing took place in the presence of Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena. Five airports owned by the Bihar government — Birpur, Valmikinagar, Saharsa, Madhubani, and Munger — along with the AAI-owned Muzaffarpur airport, have been identified under the Government of India’s UDAN scheme. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has approved ₹25 crore for each airport. A Pre-Feasibility Study was…
The Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board (Vyapam), Raipur, will conduct the recruitment examination for Sub-Engineers (Civil and Electrical/Mechanical) under the Public Works Department. The exam is scheduled for Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM. Examination centers are located at Government Kakatiya PG College, Dharampura No. 02, Jagdalpur (Center No. 1701), Government Danteshwari PG Women’s College, Shanti Nagar, Jagdalpur (Center No. 1702), and Government Engineering College, Dharampura No. 03, Jagdalpur (Center No. 1703). Candidates must bring their current year’s admit card to the examination.
Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh has strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) fact-finding committee’s visit to Kolkata concerning the alleged gang rape of a law student. Ghosh labeled the visit as a ‘gimmick’ and ‘political tourism,’ questioning the BJP’s motives and selective outrage. He pointed out the BJP’s silence on similar crimes in other states and accused them of interfering with ongoing police investigations. He highlighted that the police had already taken action, making arrests and initiating investigations, while the victim’s family trusted the process. He also criticized the BJP’s decision to approach the High Court after the…
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has made a significant assertion ahead of the Bihar assembly elections, stating that he is the chief ministerial face and that the India alliance has reached a consensus on this. He envisions a government in Bihar that will transform the state, promising to make it like Scotland. He criticized BJP leaders, dismissing them and accusing them of focusing on divisive issues. Yadav emphasized that his government would not allow politics based on caste or religion in Bihar. He also commented on the role of Sudhanshu Trivedi, implying that Trivedi’s rise was not solely due to his…
Chaos erupted at the Lagurahi waterfall in Gaya, Bihar, on Sunday when a sudden surge of water swept through the popular spot. Three girls were caught in the powerful current. Fortunately, onlookers managed to rescue them, although one girl sustained injuries after hitting the rocks. She was promptly taken to a nearby hospital. A video of the incident has surfaced, showing people scrambling to safety as the water levels rose unexpectedly. The Lagurahi waterfall, located on the Lagurahi hills in Gaya, is a popular destination, attracting hundreds of visitors daily, particularly during the summer. On the day of the incident,…
In a shocking incident from Jharkhand’s Simdega district, a son allegedly murdered his father with an axe following a disagreement over the sale of a family bull. The accused, identified as Celestine Kindo, reportedly attacked his father, Sylvester Kindo, after consuming alcohol. When the mother, Basanti Kindo, attempted to intervene, she too was assaulted but managed to escape. The father succumbed to his injuries at home. The Kurdeg police station was informed, and officers arrested Celestine Kindo at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community. This mirrors a previous case in Gumla district where a son…
BJP MLA T Raja Singh tendered his resignation from the party on Monday, amidst a growing leadership battle within the Telangana unit. The resignation was submitted to the state party chief. Singh’s decision followed media reports suggesting the potential appointment of Ramchander Rao as the Telangana BJP chief. Expressing shock and disappointment, Singh cited these reports as the reason for his departure from the party’s primary membership. He stated his intention to continue serving the people of his constituency, Goshamahal.