Jharkhand suspends classes up to Grade 8 due to sweltering heat
Jharkhand government has suspended classes up to grade 8 due to a heatwave, with classes 9 to 12 operating from 7 am to 11.30 am. The suspension applies to all schools, and a separate order will be issued for teachers' summer vacation. Heatwave conditions were recorded in 11 districts, with Seraikela recording the highest temperature. The Met department has issued a heatwave alert for 13 districts for April 30 and May 1, with no significant change in temperatures expected for the next four days.