Punjab revises office, school timings amid heatwave; employees welcome move

IANS | May 25, 2026 12:38 PM

Chandigarh, May 25 (IANS) Amid rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions across Punjab, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann government has revised the working hours of government offices and educational institutions from Monday. Under the new schedule, all government offices, service centres, and educational institutions — including government, aided, and private schools — will function from 7:30 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. until further orders.

How ISI is using TTH to link India, Afghanistan to TTP

Vicky Nanjappa | May 25, 2026 12:12 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The name Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan (TTH) has come up on several occasions. The Intelligence agencies have learnt that the TTH is a propaganda-driven group, and its main aim is to try to create a homegrown outfit so that Pakistan has the deniability factor during any terror attack.

J&K: Tourists enjoy in Srinagar as intense heatwave grips plains

IANS | May 25, 2026 11:01 AM

Srinagar, May 25 (IANS) While large parts of India continue to reel under severe heatwave conditions, tourists visiting Kashmir are enjoying the Valley’s cool and refreshing weather. Visitors in Srinagar and other popular destinations described the pleasant climate as a welcome escape from the soaring temperatures being experienced in several states across the country.

Delhi Police bust online IPL betting racket; three arrested

IANS | May 25, 2026 10:19 AM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) An online IPL betting racket operating from the Madhu Vihar area of Delhi was busted by the Anti Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of East District Police, and three persons involved in illegal gambling activities during the ongoing IPL T-20 matches were arrested, officials said on Monday.

Nashik TCS harassment case: Police issue summons to AIMIM's Mateen Patel

IANS | May 25, 2026 10:09 AM

Nashik, May 25 (IANS) A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Nashik Police has issued a summons to Mateen Patel, AIMIM corporator from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, in connection with the high-profile harassment case involving the Nashik BPO unit of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), officials said on Monday.