PIB Fact Check debunks fake claim linking Rajnath Singh to support for BLA

IANS | May 25, 2026 1:27 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check unit on Monday debunked a fake and fabricated claim circulating on social media alleging that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had made a statement regarding India’s support for the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).

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.