Pakistan: Residents face problems in Punjab due to power and gas outages

IANS | April 15, 2026 2:01 PM

Islamabad, April 15 (IANS) People have been facing problems as the power outages have increased up to eight hours in urban and 12-16 hours in rural areas in the service areas of Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) and other districts of Pakistan's Punjab province, local media reported on Wednesday.

'Human touch': Sawai Madhopur SP allows cops leave on birthdays

IANS | April 14, 2026 8:15 PM

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) In a thoughtful and humane step aimed at improving work-life balance in the police force, Sawai Madhopur Superintendent of Police (SP) Jyeshtha Maitreyi on Tuesday introduced a unique initiative that is drawing widespread appreciation.

Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor sparks optimism; leaders hail boost to connectivity, economy

IANS | April 14, 2026 4:06 PM

Dehradun, April 14 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Dehradun to inaugurate the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, a spark of optimism was triggered across Uttarakhand, with political leaders, religious representatives, and public figures describing the project as a transformative step for connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in the region.

PM Modi makes fresh appeal for support to Women's Reservation Bill in Uttarakhand

IANS | April 14, 2026 3:58 PM

Dehradun, April 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while inaugurating the Rs 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor on Tuesday, reiterated the double-engine government's commitment for fast-tracking growth in 'Devbhoomi' Uttarakhand and also made a fervent appeal for cross-party support to the Women's Reservation Bill.