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The breakthrough came as the CID arrested five more people in the probe into the alleged recruitment scam.The development comes as the Special Investigation Team (SIT) intensifies its probe into the alleged recruitment scam by examining digital records, application logs and other documents, while the state government maintains that action is being taken against those responsible.Here are the top developments:Students agree to talks, but seek public meetingStudent leaders said they were prepared to send a four- or five-member delegation for discussions after receiving a message from the government through the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO). However, they insisted that the talks should be transparent.”We also had another demand: if the chief minister comes out to speak with us publicly in front of live media on an open platform, a proper resolution could be reached. In our previous protest, our representatives were taken into a closed room, and nothing came out of it. They are calling a five-member team just to stall and suppress our movement,” one protester alleged.Another protester echoed the demand, saying, “The chief minister should listen to the students’ demands in front of the press and media, and whatever promises he intends to fulfil should be stated publicly. For the last 26 years in Jharkhand, students’ issues have been heard in closed rooms, and the files have remained closed forever.”Student leader Ravindra Paswan said both sides had shown willingness to engage.”The government has expressed its willingness to engage in dialogue, and we have also conveyed our willingness. Dialogue is essential in a democratic country as it is the only way to reach a resolution,” Paswan said.He added that the students had placed two conditions before the government.”Our primary condition is that the dialogue should take place directly with the Chief Minister, and we have been assured that the Chief Minister will be present. Secondly, we want at least two media representatives to be present during the discussions. The SDO has asked us to submit the names of our delegation members before 10 am, after which the date and time of the meeting will be communicated,” he said.Government says doors are openThe state government has repeatedly stressed its willingness to engage with the protesters.Jharkhand minister Irfan Ansari said, “The Chief Minister has constituted the committee… We have opened the door for dialogue. Talks will take place, we will listen to your demands, and if they are reasonable, we will certainly accept them. They are our students, our children.” He also accused the BJP of trying to politicise the issue.Rural development minister Deepika Pandey Singh said a committee had been formed and students had been asked to nominate their representatives so discussions could begin.However, Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore clarified that the ministers’ group was only monitoring the agitation and was not a formal negotiation committee. He said the Chief Minister remained sensitive to the students’ concerns and that the government was ready for talks whenever the students decided to engage.Earlier this week, chief minister Hemant Soren also said the government was open to dialogue and assured students that their demands would be considered seriously.”…Many individuals have already been arrested and sent to jail, and investigative agencies are conducting raids at multiple locations. Overall, the agencies are working diligently and effectively on this matter, and I believe we will move forward towards a concrete resolution…” he said.”The government’s doors are open to everyone. Anyone who has demands can come forward and present their concerns. We are already aware of the issues to some extent, and if they present their views, the government will certainly consider them seriously,” he added.Probe gathers pace as arrests riseThe CID’s latest action saw five more arrests in connection with the alleged examination irregularities, taking the total number of arrests to 19.The investigation is being led by an SIT, which is examining digital records, application logs and other evidence to establish the extent of the alleged recruitment irregularities.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesOn August 5, Soren also met Governor Santosh Gangwar and briefed him on the alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC examinations as well as the ongoing protests. The Governor described the allegations as a serious matter and stressed the need for a transparent examination process to maintain the confidence of young job aspirants.According to an official release, Soren assured the Governor that the state government was committed to ensuring justice for students and that no injustice would be allowed.The protests began after the results of the 14th JPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination were declared on July 5. Aspirants have since been staging round-the-clock demonstrations and an indefinite sit-in, demanding cancellation of the preliminary examination and a review of recruitment tests conducted through TDPL agencies.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorVivek DubeyA digital news desk journalist at The Times of India with over two years of experience. Closely tracks foreign affairs and international politics. Fondness for precise language and clever headlines. 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My one eye was on football, and my other eye was on…” | World News Doctors say the physical and mental toll can last for months (Photo: ANI). NEW DELHI: The Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi that suddenly dropped nearly 300 feet after encountering severe turbulence on Tuesday has once again highlighted that the impact of such incidents extends well beyond visible injuries. While at least 14 passengers and cabin crew members were injured and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation, doctors say the physical and psychological consequences of severe turbulence can linger for days, weeks or even months.Psychiatrists warn that even passengers who escape with minor or no physical injuries may develop significant psychological distress. “The sudden perception of imminent danger, combined with the loss of control and visible panic, can activate the body’s survival response,” said Dr Rajesh Sagar, professor in the Department of Psychiatry at AIIMS.Dr Sagar said that passengers may experience persistent fear, anxiety, sleep disturbances, intrusive memories and heightened alertness after the incident. In some cases, the experience can trigger Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) within days, which may progress to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) if symptoms persist beyond a month.”The psychological impact should not be underestimated simply because there are no major physical injuries,” Dr Sagar said. He advised passengers to seek help if they continue to experience nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance of flying or emotional distress. Early psychological support based on the principles of Psychological First Aid can reduce the risk of long-term trauma, he added.Doctors also cautioned against dismissing apparently minor physical injuries sustained during turbulence. Dr (Maj.) Mukesh Garg, Director of Orthopaedics, Arthroscopy and Sports Injury at Sarvodaya Hospital, said passengers thrown against seats, overhead bins or cabin interiors may sustain bruises, ligament injuries, fractures or injuries to the neck and spine.”Not all injuries become obvious immediately,” he said. “Soft tissue injuries, ligament tears and mild concussions may take several hours to become apparent. Pain, swelling and stiffness often worsen over the next 24 to 48 hours.”He advised anyone who suffered a blow to the head, neck or back to undergo medical evaluation even if symptoms initially appear mild. Warning signs requiring immediate medical attention include severe or worsening headache, repeated vomiting, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, weakness or numbness of the limbs, difficulty walking, severe neck pain and loss of bladder or bowel control.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesExperts also recommend that passengers who develop a fear of flying after severe turbulence gradually rebuild confidence through counselling, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques. Starting with shorter flights, travelling with a trusted companion and keeping the seatbelt fastened throughout the journey can also help restore a sense of safety and control.Get the latest India News and Live updates. 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