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Jharkhand Government Enhances Transparency in Land Revenue Issues, Directs COs to Explain Rejections

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1 year ago

February 12, 2025

The Jharkhand government has taken decisive steps to promote transparency and accountability in land and revenue-related issues. Land Revenue Minister Deepak Birua has issued a directive stating that Circle Officers (COs) are barred from arbitrarily rejecting applications from landowners based solely on technical grounds. Officers who fail to comply will face disciplinary action, and any rejections or objections must now be accompanied by a detailed written explanation of no less than 50 words.During a departmental review meeting at Project Bhavan on Tuesday, Minister Birua criticized the common practice of using technical glitches in the Jharbhoomi portal as a reason for application denials. He firmly stated that such excuses will no longer be acceptable and urged COs to act with fairness and efficiency in their roles. He also highlighted the necessity for improvements in modern record rooms, emphasizing that many landowners struggle with illegible Khatiyan prints and unclear scans. To address these issues, he instructed officials to enhance the quality of scanning and to provide translation services for documents written in Kaithi and Bengali scripts.

Additionally, the minister reviewed projects by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and expressed concerns regarding the neglect of rural roads in light of Railway Over Bridges (ROBs) construction. He underscored the importance of proper planning to prevent ROBs from affecting local connectivity. Furthermore, he emphasized the need for timely compensation in land acquisition matters, holding NHAI officials accountable for promptly resolving any associated problems.

Departmental Secretary Chandrashekhar stressed the need to meet annual revenue collection goals and announced a review of underperforming circles to initiate corrective measures. He also instructed Land Reforms Deputy Collectors (LRDCs) and Assistant Commissioners (ACs) to oversee the special camps established for land-related services, ensuring a smooth experience for landowners.

During the meeting, Land Revenue Director Bhor Singh Yadav updated attendees on pending land mutation cases, online land rent payment systems, and land demarcation challenges. Senior officials, including Special Secretary Shashi Prakash Jha, LRDCs, Additional Collectors, and other key personnel, were also in attendance.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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3 days ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.