Officials of the state department of forests, environment and wildlife in Ranchi placed earthen pots filled with water at its headquarters in Doranda as part of the World Environment Day celebrations. PCCF Jharkhand (HoFF) Sanjay Srivastava appealed to residents to offer food and water to birds.
Amlan Bhoi, a physician posted at Kalimela community health centre (CHC) in Malkangiri district, is yet to be traced. Preliminary police probe suggests Bhoi may have incurred significant losses in IPL betting, which could be a factor in his disappearance. His parents arrived in Malkangiri on Monday, seeking assistance from the district administration.
One dead, two hurt in separate road accidents in Chatra. A speeding coal-laden truck hit one person, causing a fatality and injuries in two incidents. Villagers demand a ban on heavy vehicles and compensation. Local authorities provide cash assistance to the deceased's dependents.
Guwahati Municipal Corporation announces disruption in drinking water supply for two days in 10 localities due to replacement of pumping main from Panbazar water treatment plant to Sarania reservoir. Approximately 11,000 households to be affected by the water supply disruption. GMC expresses regret for inconvenience caused.
Residents of Sindri facing resentment for the second consecutive day due to inadequate water supply. HURL blames JBVNL for power issues, while JBVNL works on fixing technical snag. Water supply only received for two days last week despite soaring temperatures.