Keeping yourself updated with recent happenings in Jharkhand is crucial for cracking JSSC, JPSC, and other state-level competitive exams. This week’s current affairs roundup (1st to 7th July 2025) includes judicial actions, weather alerts, development projects, education protests, and law enforcement updates that are exam-relevant.
1. JSSC Recruitment Delay Slammed by High Court
What Happened?
On 30th June, the Jharkhand High Court strongly criticized the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) for delays in appointing school teachers.
Key Points:
- Over 6,000 vacancies in science and maths.
- Only 2,734 shortlisted; over 5,000 posts remain vacant.
- For social science, over 5,300 candidate verifications are pending.
- High Court ordered submission of appointment letters by 2nd July 2025.
- Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi remarked: “No one can play with the future of students.”
Exam Angle:
Questions on governance, public service commissions, or legal intervention in education can directly come from this.
2. JHALSA–SLMMC Joint Legal Services Meeting
Event:
A joint meeting of JHALSA (Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority) and SLMMC (State Level Mediation Monitoring Committee) was held at the Jharkhand High Court.
Attendees:
- Justice Shree Chandrashekhar (Chairman, SLMMC)
- Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi and Justice Navneet Kumar (Members)
Objective:
- Strengthen coordination in mediation services
- Discuss expansion of legal aid mechanisms
- Focus on early settlement of disputes
Exam Angle:
- Legal institutions in Jharkhand
- Role of judiciary in mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
3. Orange Alert for Heavy Rain in 13 Districts
Issued By:
India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Duration:
1st July to 7th July 2025
Affected Districts:
- Ranchi, Khunti, Gumla, Simdega, West Singhbhum, etc.
Effects:
- Likelihood of urban flooding
- Traffic disruption in hilly & low-lying areas
- Power outages and tree damage reported in some rural belts
Exam Angle:
- Natural disaster management
- Environmental and monsoon trends in Jharkhand
4. DGP’s Ban on DJ Music During Muharram
Directive Issued On:
4th July 2025 by DGP Anurag Gupta
Order Details:
- DJ music strictly prohibited during Muharram processions.
- Focus on identifying individuals with prior criminal records.
- Instructions issued to District SPs to enforce compliance and ensure peace.
Significance:
- Preventive policing to avoid communal tension
- Emphasis on law and order maintenance
Exam Angle:
- Festivals & law enforcement
- Role of police in maintaining religious harmony
5. State University Professors Protest Over Pending Promotions
Issue:
Teachers appointed in 2008 and 2013 are still awaiting their due promotions.
Highlights:
- Over 700 assistant professors and 80 associate professors affected.
- Despite fulfilling eligibility (e.g., Ph.D. requirement), promotions are stalled.
- Jharkhand University Teachers’ Association (JUTA) submitted a protest letter.
- JPSC is scrutinizing performance reports but no clear timeline for action.
Exam Angle:
- State education system reforms
- Role of JPSC in teacher promotions
6 Mandal Dam Project: Land Acquisition Breakthrough
Background:
The Mandal Dam project (Palamu & Garhwa) has been stalled for decades due to land acquisition issues.
Recent Development:
- Villagers from 7 affected villages agreed to relocation.
- Each family to receive ₹15 lakh compensation + land.
- Dam expected to be completed by end of 2025.
Project Details:
- Cost: ₹2,391.36 crore
- Irrigation:
- 20,000 hectares in Jharkhand
- 90,000 hectares in Bihar
Exam Angle:
- Water resources and irrigation projects in Jharkhand
- Rural development and resettlement policies
Weekly Recap Table for Revision
| Event Title | Key Date | Importance for Exam |
|---|---|---|
| HC vs JSSC on Teacher Appointments | 30 June – 2 July | Education & Judiciary |
| JHALSA–SLMMC Meet | 7 July | Legal Aid System |
| Orange Rain Alert | Till 7 July | Environment, Disaster Management |
| DGP Ban on DJs for Muharram | 4 July | Law & Order |
| Varsity Teacher Protest | Ongoing | Education System, JPSC Role |
| Mandal Dam Agreement | Early July | Infrastructure, Resettlement |
This week’s current affairs present a holistic picture of governance, law, education, weather, and infrastructure in Jharkhand. Aspirants preparing for JSSC, JPSC, JH-TET, and other state-level exams should prepare short notes, link these events to syllabus topics, and anticipate descriptive or MCQ-based questions.
Stay updated. Stay prepared.
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