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Jharkhand's electoral roll revision kicks off June 20, with Booth-Level Officers conducting door-to-door visits from June 30 to July 29 to collect new voter applications. Special camps will assist those missed. The Chief Electoral Officer emphasized no name removal without a hearing and clarified Aadhaar's role, urging submission of EC-listed documents alongside it.

Ranchi's Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar shared details on electoral roll publication. Draft rolls and unmapped voter lists will be available to political parties and online from August 5. Voters must visit polling centers from May 23 to check unmapped lists. Contacting BLOs is essential for mapping. This process ensures accurate voter registration for eligible Indian citizens.

Government health facilities in Palamu, Garhwa, and Latehar districts have been without the vital Rotavirus vaccine since April. This vaccine is crucial for preventing severe infant dehydration and diarrhea. The regional vaccine cold chain in Daltonganj confirmed the shortage, stating the last consignment was insufficient.

Ranchi residents flocked to polling stations Saturday to verify their voter mapping status ahead of a special revision. The unmapped voter list, released by the CEO, is displayed for two weeks. Many voters successfully got their details updated by booth-level officers, while some encountered unexpected mapping errors, highlighting the importance of this verification drive.

Unseasonal rains have damaged voter stickers in Ranchi ahead of electoral roll revisions. However, election officials assure that all voter data is safely stored in official registers and unaffected. Damaged stickers are being replaced, with new ones placed in protected locations. Residents report washed-away details on the stickers.

Jharkhand's special intensive revision of electoral rolls begins June 30, with final publication set for October 7. Booth-level officers will conduct door-to-door verification until July 29. The qualifying date for the revision is October 1, 2026, aiming to ensure all eligible voters are included.

Rekha Senapati, a resident of Manchester, UK, has been honored with the prestigious Mayor’s Citizenship Award for her over 25 years of voluntary service to individuals with life-threatening illnesses and her advocacy for women's empowerment. She has raised significant funds and provided care for those suffering from critical diseases, particularly cancer, while also organizing cultural events.

Jharkhand's special intensive revision of electoral rolls commences on June 30, with door-to-door voter verification by BLOs until July 29. The final rolls will be published on October 7, following draft publication on August 5 and a claims/objections period until September 4. The qualifying date for this revision is October 1, 2026.

Addressing the public's concerns, K Ravi Kumar, the State Chief Electoral Officer, highlighted the robust constitutional safeguards during the Special Intensive Revision process. He emphasized that only those Indian citizens who are 18 years or older and live in the designated polling area will be qualified for enrollment.

Jharkhand's Chief Electoral Officer, K Ravi Kumar, has directed officials to rectify discrepancies in Ranchi's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) groundwork. Concerns were raised regarding voter mapping, sketch maps, and house numbering, with a deadline of May 25 set for corrections. Ranchi is the only district identified with such issues so far.

A key aspect of the case was the opinion of a Medical Board constituted pursuant to directions of the High Court. The Board examined the medical records and histopathology reports and concluded that the removed testicle was small, cystic, dysplastic, and exhibited focal fibrosis.

Measles concerns are rising in Palamu district with suspected cases reported in Baida and Bhandar villages. One case in Baida has been confirmed, while tests are pending for Bhandar. Health officials have alerted medical facilities and emphasized the importance of vaccination, assuring sufficient vaccine availability. Immediate care for affected individuals is being prioritized.

State Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar has directed officials to ensure all eligible voters are included in the electoral roll. Booth-level officers must verify sticker placements on houses and map unregistered voters. The CEO emphasized accurate recording of household details and timely resolution of voter queries, aiming for a flawless special intensive revision process.

Jharkhand's electorate can now seamlessly reach out to their Booth Level Officers (BLOs) via ECINET's innovative 'Book A Call' feature for any electoral roll inquiries. This initiative promises swift resolution of issues within a remarkable 48-hour window. First-time voters are encouraged to take full advantage of this resource.

Civil supplies minister Nadendla Manohar hailed late IPS officer Chadalavada Umesh Chandra as an inspiration during his 60th birth anniversary commemoration. Chandra's life of public service, marked by courage and an uncompromising stand against Naxalites, continues to guide the younger generation. His sacrifice in 1999 remains an enduring example of bravery and integrity.

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday indicated that investigation into IAS officer D K Ravi's death would be handed over to the CBI.

The Karnataka high court on Sunday ordered the CID not to make or publish any interim report on its inquiry into the mysterious death of IAS officer D K Ravi.

Rahul Gandhi's free travel for women on KSRTC buses has sparked debate, but the LDF is also considering a similar populist plan for its election manifesto. This proposal, inspired by London's freedom travel pass, aims to benefit women and senior citizens.

The state government on Thursday appointed weightlifter and Commonwealth Games gold medalist K Ravi Kumar as DSP in the state police.

Former minister Basavaraj Horatti has demanded that the government hand over the case of IAS officer D K Ravi's mysterious death to the CBI.