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Time of India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Admin to shift protest site from outside Raj Bhavan
1 2 3 Ranchi: The district administration has decided to shift protest zone from outside Raj Bhavan to a new designated area near Naga Baba Khatal Vendor Market, citing traffic management challenges following the completion of the Ratu Road flyover. Deputy commissioner Manjunath Bhajantri said, "With the Ratu Road flyover becoming operational, its ramp near Raj Bhavan has turned into a critical traffic point. Continuous sit-ins outside Raj Bhavan add to congestion. We are therefore relocating the protest site to manage traffic better while ensuring people's right to protest is protected." The administration has identified a roadside patch beside Naga Baba Khatal, previously used for the Ranchi Municipal Corporation's night parking, as the new protest zone. The space is situated just in front of the garbage transfer station in the area. SDO Utkarsh Kumar said, "The Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and expression. Keeping that in mind, protestors will be provided a dedicated site for demonstrations. Transition has begun." However, the move has drawn criticism from several people who feel the shift undermines the symbolic importance of protesting outside the Governor's office. Rajmasih Tigga who was staging a sit-in for 100 consecutive days at the Raj Bhavan protest site said, "The relocation sidelines our voices and dilutes the impact of our demonstration." Despite the objections, authorities said the decision is aimed at balancing civic order with citizens' democratic rights. The new site will soon be equipped with basic facilities to accommodate protestors, officials added.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Time of India
500 police personnel deployed in city for first Somvari tomorrow
1 2 Ranchi: The district administration would deploy around 500 police personnel and 28 magistrates at Pahari Mandir and other parts of Ranchi city to manage the crowd and also ensure law and order during the first Somvari of Shravan month. Besides, the Pahari Vikas Samiti would also station around 100 volunteers for crowd management in an around the mandir. Around 30 CCTVs have been installed to keep watch on the devotees. Ranchi sub-divisional officer Utkarsh Kumar said, "The administration is geared up to ensure that devotees perform rituals without trouble. Magistrates and police force would be stationed round the clock in phases at 14 places at Pahari Mandir and the surrounding areas throughout the month. Since a large number of devotees bring the water for 'arghya' from Swanarekha river in Namkum, magistrates and police would be positioned along the routes from 10 pm on Sunday night till 3 pm on Monday during the month. " Officials stated that the administration has made elaborate arrangement for crowd management by putting up barriers along the stairs leading to the temple on the top. Police personnel have been deployed at around three dozen places in Pahari Mandir. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ida y vuelta a España desde 589$ Plus Ultra Compra ahora Undo A control room has been set up at the temple premises where a quick reaction team along with anti-riot vehicle, water cannons, tear gas shell squad and fire extinguisher vehicle is stationed. The quick response team has been asked to gather information through CCTV footages, wireless and other modes and take action. Instruction has also been issued to keep a watch over anti-social elements, eve teasers and pickpockets and take necessary action in case any incident is reported.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Ahead of Shravan, Pahari Temple undergoes repairs and facelift
Ranchi: The Pahari Temple premises is undergoing renovation and beautification works ahead of the auspicious month of Shravan which will commence later this week. Talking to TOI, Ranchi sub-divisional officer Utkarsh Kumar said, "The main temple atop the hill will remain closed for devotees for the next two days while construction workers are fresh tiles. " Othe repair works include structural strengthening, repainting, and aesthetic upgrades across the premises. Anticipating a high footfall of devotees throughout the month, the Pahari Mandir Committee will deploy over 200 volunteers, a dedicated control room and enhanced crowd control measures. The temple premises will also get 12 new CCTV cameras in addition to the existing 36, committee members said. In Khunti, the district administration will set up an Argha at the hilltop Amreshwar Dham and deploy 150 volunteers for crowd control. Satyajit Kundu, an official of the Amreshwar Dham temple, said two giant LED screens will be installed at the temple complex to broadcast live visuals from the sanctum sanctorum and flash important messages.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Outsiders interfering in land disputes in rural parts of Ranchi district: Police
Ranchi: Land related disputes and crimes have become a major challenge before Ranchi police even as people from outside with vested political and commercial interests are stirring up the rows to create law and order problems, particularly in rural areas, police stated. Police are on the vigil against these outsiders and also registering case against them. On Tuesday, police detained former minister Deo Kumar Dhan while he was going to attend a meeting in Bero over a dispute related to Sarna land and a public place called Mahadani Maidaan. Meanwhile, the Ranchi SDO Utkarsh Kumar also imposed prohibitory order under section 163 of BNSS in the area preventing gathering of five or more persons, carrying of arms and ammunition and holding of dharnas and demonstrations in the area. Police also deployed adequate forces in Bero to ensure law and order. Notably, a mob had attacked the Bero police station on June 1 in connection with the dispute injuring police personnel, ransacking building and damaging valuables. One June 3, mob had also attacked police over s land dispute in Lapung area injuring three personnel. SP (Rural) Praveen Puskar said, "People are coming from outside including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh and trying to raise tribal land issues for political and commercial interests." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 임플란트 29만원 이벤트 임플란트 더 알아보기 Undo Cops said locals are falling for the political leaders to resolve their issues. Police would hold the Thana Diwas more frequently to take up the land disputes that could be resolved through talks. It may be stated here that one of the outsiders who is interfering in land disputes is one Tikaram from Chattisgarh. Police are also planning to hold weekly meetings on land disputes at the police stations under Bero Dy SP. The in-charge of local thanas, circle officers and the Dy SP would be present to resolve issues.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Blood donor day observed
Ranchi: World Blood Donor Day was observed in the state capital on Saturday. The two-day blood donation drive by BNI, Ranchi, concluded with a collection of 501 units of blood with politicians and officials turning up since Friday to donate. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Among the donors, 70 were first-timers, 60 female, and 20 couples. SDO Utkarsh Kumar and IPS Sanjay Anand Rao Lathkar were among the donors. "The response from the public has been overwhelming," said Ankit Jain, the executive director of the BNI. A drive was also led by Marwari College's NCC Company and NSS Unit on Saturday, during which 13 cadets and associate NCC officer Lt Dr Avadh Bihari Mahto donated blood at the Sadar Hospital, Ranchi. A total of 47 units of blood were collected. Besides, free blood group and haemoglobin level tests were conducted across district hospitals, sub-divisional hospitals, and community health centres on Saturday.
