Hemant Soren is a prominent Indian politician whose political journey is deeply rooted in the tribal rights and welfare movements of the state of Jharkhand. Born on August 10, 1975, in Nemra village of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, Hemant Soren is the son of Shibu Soren, a former Chief Minister of Jharkhand and the founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM).
Educationally, Hemant Soren pursued engineering but turned to politics, influenced by his family's political background.
Hemant Soren became the Chief Minister of Jharkhand for the first time in July 2013, succeeding Arjun Munda.
A political debate addressed controversies surrounding Punjab, including protests against the Bharatiya Janata Party's anti-drug yatra, where allegations emerged that opposition workers disrupted events. Discussion focused on opposition backlash linking public resentment to earlier farmer agitations along the Delhi border and past political alliances. Scrutiny was also directed at central investigative agencies carrying out inquiries and searches against political leaders across states in proximity to elections, including recent search operations at an official camp office. Furthermore, questions were raised over former members of parliament from the Aam Aadmi Party switching allegiance to the Bharatiya Janata Party, prompting arguments over party loyalty, coercion, and political survival. The exchange highlighted strained ties between ruling and opposition figures as state political battles intensify.
The INDIA bloc has finalised a coordinated protest campaign against the Election Commission of India, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the electoral process. Opposition parties have announced a 'Save Democracy March' from 2 October to 8 October, featuring demonstrations outside District Magistrate offices, joint rallies across five major cities, and a march of Members of Parliament to the Election Commission on 6 October. The opposition also plans to seek an appointment with President Droupadi Murmu. Key opposition leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Mamata Banerjee, reiterated demands for ballot paper voting over electronic voting machines and sought the reinstatement of deleted voters along with a probe. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party defended the poll body, rejecting all allegations and accusing the opposition of deliberately targeting democratic institutions to build an excuse for electoral defeats.
Leaders of the INDIA bloc convened in Delhi to discuss their coordinated plan of action concerning the Election Commission and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The meeting followed heightened political scrutiny surrounding issues related to Form 6 and the legal immunity granted to the election commissioner. Opposition parties reviewed strategies for coordinated demonstrations across the country and discussed the possibility of moving an impeachment motion against the Chief Election Commissioner in Parliament. Leaders including Mamata Banerjee, Hemant Soren, and Uddhav Thackeray addressed the meeting, with representatives assessing options to corner the ruling government on election-related controversies. The Election Commission had earlier issued clarifications defending its decisions, including amendments made to Form 6, as opposition leaders deliberated over their future parliamentary strategy and protest roadmap.
The Jharkhand High Court has dismissed an interlocutory application seeking a stay on the framing of charges in an 8.86-acre land case. The plea sought to halt proceedings in the special Prevention of Money Laundering Act court after a similar request was turned down by the trial court. The Enforcement Directorate has alleged illegal acquisition, possession, and transfer of land in Ranchi's Bargain Circle using forged documents, generating proceeds of crime. Following the High Court's refusal to grant relief or drop proceedings, formal charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act are set to be framed in the trial court.
The Bombay High Court has directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to probe the death of celebrity manager Disha Salian, citing procedural lapses, delayed spot panchnama, and inconsistencies in the initial Mumbai Police inquiry. Meanwhile, retired Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer of the Ram Mandir Trust amid organisational restructuring. In international news, flash floods in Nepal have claimed over 1,100 lives and left nearly 4,000 missing, prompting Indian and international rescue operations at hydropower tunnel sites including Chilime, alongside debates between Lobsang Sangay and Erik Solheim over ecological causes and regional transparency. Additionally, four-time international throwball gold medalist Amardeep Kumar sells vegetables in Ranchi, drawing support assurances from Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, while Harpreet Kaur provides shelter to hundreds of birds in Punjab.
Four-time international throwball gold medallist Amardeep Kumar is selling vegetables and driving a cab in Ranchi to make ends meet. The 29-year-old athlete stated that his repeated requests for cash awards and a government job in Jharkhand have gone unanswered, even as teammates from Chhattisgarh, Haryana, and Bihar secured government positions. Amardeep had to borrow 65,000 rupees to travel to Malaysia for a tournament in 2015 and now aims to participate in an upcoming event in Sri Lanka. Following a viral video highlighting his financial struggles, Chief Minister Hemant Soren assured assistance, while Sports Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu stated the state government is exploring employment options for him.
A protest by students in Ranchi over alleged fraud in the JPSC and JSSC examinations escalated into clashes when demonstrators attempted to burn an effigy of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren at Albert Ekka Chowk. Protesters alleged that ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha workers intercepted the demonstration, assaulted student protesters, and attempted to snatch the effigy while police shielded the attackers. Tensions have intensified following High Court stays on cancellation orders regarding the JSSC CGL and JPSC examinations. Protesting students expressed frustration over the legal outcome, alleging that the state government failed to properly present their stance in court. Police officials reported scuffles with demonstrators who deviated from the scheduled route into areas where BNS 163 prohibitory orders were enforced. Similar confrontations were reported across multiple districts including Ramgarh, Hazaribagh, Giridih, and Garhwa. Meanwhile, the Bharatiya Janata Party accused the state administration of attempting to forcefully suppress the student agitation.
The Jharkhand High Court has stayed the state government's order cancelling the competitive examinations following petitions from successful candidates. Protests had previously erupted across Ranchi and reached the state secretariat demanding an examination cancellation and an investigation into alleged irregularities. In response to the unrest, the state administration had ordered the cancellation of the exams. However, candidates who cleared the test on merit and received job recruitment letters approached the court to protect their employment. The High Court's interim order halts the cancellation process while further legal options remain open for the government and protesters.
This edition of News Today examines public order and protest rights following a Supreme Court hearing on the July 20 student demonstrations.
On To The Point, anchor Preeti Chaudhry reports on major political developments in Jharkhand and national party politics. Following a 24-day student protest, the Hemant Soren government cancelled the JSSC CGL examination and exams conducted by TDPL while ordering a CID probe into state examinations held since 2014.
The Jharkhand government has accepted key demands raised by protesters and cancelled the JSSC-CGL examination. The decision follows sustained demonstrations over the recruitment process and paves the way for further action on the disputed exam.
The student agitation in Jharkhand over alleged examination irregularities in JSSC and JPSC has entered its third week without resolution.
This edition of 5ive Live, hosted by Sonal Mahrotra Kapoor, highlights major developments across India. Former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal suffered hand injuries in a sharp-weapon attack at a Nanded gurudwara, prompting arrests and a probe demand from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In this video, anchor Rajdeep Sardesai spoke with Devendra Nath Mahto, the Jharkhand student activist, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike over the alleged irregularities in the public service examination.
In this video, Anchor Preeti Chaudhary brings you a detailed look at two major developments highlighting the political deadlock and administrative challenges impacting governance and public interest across India.
An Air India pilot operating flight AI2379 from Phuket to Delhi tested positive for marijuana in a second confirmatory test after an in-flight incident in which the aircraft suddenly dropped about 300 feet, injuring more than 20 passengers.
In Ranchi, normal life was disrupted after the Bharatiya Janata Party called a statewide bandh following police action against students protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities.
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren assured protesting students that their concerns would be addressed and appropriate action taken, while the BJP demanded a CBI investigation into the alleged examination paper leak, intensifying the political battle over the recruitment controversy.
Young protesters climbed up onto the barricades and were seen dancing as the police used water cannons during their march to state assembly.
Students are once again at the heart of a nationwide debate as protests in Jharkhand's Ranchi draw comparisons with the recent agitation at Delhi's Jantar Mantar.
