Indian Politics
Jharkhand Student Protests Over Exam Irregularities Enter 15th Day
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THE BRIEF
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The protest by JPSC and JSSC aspirants against alleged recruitment exam irregularities entered its 15th day on August 8, 2026, following failed talks with the Jharkhand government.
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The State Crime Investigation Department has summoned three current JPSC members—Ajita Bhattacharya, Anima Hansda, and Jamal Ahmed—to appear for questioning on August 10, 12, and 14 respectively.
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Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu announced a new email ID, jpsc.jssc.feedback@gmail.com, for student suggestions, while protesters demand the cancellation of the 14th JPSC exam to end the ongoing hunger strike.