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BJP leader Bhanu Pratap Shahi raises concern over alleged Bangladeshi infiltration in Jamtara

Jamtara, Dec 13 ( UNI ) BJP leader Bhanu Pratap Shahi, who arrived in Jamtara on Saturday, made a strong statement regarding alleged Bangladeshi infiltration in parts of Jharkhand. He claimed that the number of Bangladeshi infiltrators in Jamtara, Madhupur, and Pakur has crossed 50,000.
Shahi said that a thorough investigation would be conducted to identify infiltrators and asserted that the processes of SIR, CAA, and NRC would be implemented to verify citizenship and address the issue effectively.
Targeting state Health Minister Irfan Ansari, Shahi alleged that after he assumed office, Bangladeshi nationals were allegedly being issued birth certificates. He stated that the entire matter would be investigated in detail.
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CM Hemant Soren holds talks with Infosys Global EVP at World Economic Forum

21 Jan 2026 | 5:15 PM

Ranchi, Jan 21 (UNI) On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren held a meeting with Infosys Global Executive Vice President Ashish Kumar Das to discuss technology-led development and skill enhancement initiatives in the state.

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Police, Forest Department destroy 70 acres of illegal opium cultivation in Hazaribagh

21 Jan 2026 | 5:12 PM

Hazaribagh, Jan 21 (UNI) A joint operation was conducted by the Hazaribagh Police and the Forest Department against illegal opium cultivation in village Sikda under the Chauparan police station area.

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Transgender issues take centre stage at State Welfare Board Formation meeting in Ranchi

21 Jan 2026 | 5:06 PM

Ranchi, Jan 21 (UNI) Issues related to the welfare, rights and inclusion of the transgender community were prominently discussed at a State Welfare Board Formation Meeting held here on Wednesday.

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PM Modi greets Meghalaya on statehood, praises culture, development

21 Jan 2026 | 4:47 PM

Shillong, Jan 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of Meghalaya on the occasion of statehood day, praising their cultural richness, development journey, and contributions to India’s growth.
In a letter to Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, the Prime Minister described Meghalaya as a land of exceptional natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, shaped by the unique traditions of the Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia communities.

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Nitish lays foundation stone for 45 new projects in Saran

21 Jan 2026 | 4:30 PM

Chhapra, Jan 21 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today laid the foundation stone for 45 new development projects worth Rs 450.30 crore and inaugurated 24 schemes completed at an expenditure of Rs 86.50 crore during his Samriddhi Yatra in Saran district.

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