Extremists nabbed in Khunti
After the extremist counter in Khunti on Tuesday, two alleged naxalites were arrested, Arjun Munda and Sinni Mundarin, on Thursday during search for injured naxalites hiding in nearby villages. Munda confessed of his involvement in the encounter. A 9-mm pistol, two cartridges and naxal literature and pamphlets were found in their possession.
DDC orders regulated MNREGA online entry
While reviewing the MNREGA project on Thursday, Deputy Development Commissioner Virendra Kumar Singh expressed discontent over irregularities in online entry of measurement book against the muster roll. He ordered the pending measurement books to be entered in MIS within a week. He also ordered the amounts pending to FTOs should be paid now so that the wages to those working under the project can be paid.
Vikas Bharti nominated for Mahavir Award
Vikas Bharti, Bishunpur has been nominated for Mahavir Awards, given by Bhagwaan Mahavir Foundation, Chennai for contributions in social service. Vikas Bharti head Ashok Bhagat left for Chennai to receive this award. Former Supreme Court Judge Justice GS Sindhvi will be heading the ceremony.
Police seize sal beams, ivory tusk
A pick-up truck without a registration number was seized by police near lalgutwa carrying illegal SAl beams worth Rs2 lakhs. The timber was allegedly coming from Sisai in Gumla. Meanwhile, Chutia police seized a 14 inches long ivory tusk. Ajay Kumar of Dhanbad and Md Wasir, have been arrested. Further investigations are going on.
‘Include women in skill development agenda’
On Thursday, labour, Employment Training and Skill Development Principal Secretary Mridula Sinha reviewed various skill development programs in the state. She instructed that more women should be brought under the aegis of skill development programs. She also instructed the training agencies to adhere to the National Skill Qualification Framework.
Special arrangement for Raksha Bhandhan
Postal Department has made special arrangement for the occasion of Raksha Bhandhan. Special counters have been set up in the post offices of Ranchi and adjoining areas where people can drop “Rakees”. Proper arrangement of drop boxes addressing different places has been put for the convenience of people.
Retired SAIl employees meet Unit Heads
SAIl Ex-Employees’ Association (SEEA) presented Memorandum to the four Unit Heads of four SAIl units in Ranchi for forwarding to SAIl Chairman. They briefed the Unit Managements about the need of early decision in favour of the Retirees on the issues of pension, financial assistance and support, improvement in healthcare and long overdue payments to SAIl retirees.
SAIl observes Sadbhavana Diwas
SAIl Ranchi Units together rededicated themselves for overall harmony in organisation, society and country for a vibrant SAIl and India. Commemorating 71st birth anniversary of former PM Rajeev Gandhi, all employees committed themselves to National Integration by taking a collective pledge. CET ED Neeraj Mathur administered the pledge in Hindi, whereas Safety ED BB Mishra administered the pledge in English.
Geeta sermons at Chimaya Ashram
Swami Madhavanad of Chinmaya Ashram will be giving sermons on the Bhagwatgeeta from Friday (August 21) to Saturday (August 29) at Chinmaya Ashram. The sermons will be mark the birth centenary of Swami Chinmayanad. CCl Director (Personnel) RS Mahapatra will inaugurate the ceremony on Friday.
Sadbhavna Diwas at CMPDI
Sadbhavna Diwas was observed at CMPDI headquarters on Thursday. CMPDI Director (Technical/PHD) RK Chopra presided over the ceremony where all the employees and officials pledged to practice harmony among them. Director (Technical/CRD) S Sharan was also present during the ceremony.
MECON observed Sadbhavana Diwas
On Thursday, MECON observed Sadbhavana Diwas in head office at Ranchi. All MECON employees gathered to take Sadbhavana Diwas pledge. MECON CMD A.K. Tyagi and Director (Project) S. Chattopadhyay read out the pledge in Hindi and English respectively. All the employees and officials took the oath of eschewing violence and promote goodwill among the people.
JPCC observes Rajiv Gandhi’s birth anniversary
Jharkhand State Congress Committee observed the birth anniversary of former PM Rajiv Gandhi on Thursday. Gathered party members paid homage to Rajiv Gandhi by offering floral tributes to his portrait. Speakers on this occasion recounted the achievements of Rajiv Gandhi during his tenure as PM.