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Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

Press Trust of India (PTI) is India's premier news agency, with a reach that covers every corner of India. It employs more than 600 journalists and 800 stringers to cover almost every city and town in India. PTI was registered in 1947 and started operations in 1949.

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Maharashtra FDA suspends 14 licences linked to Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart

Of the 14 suspended licences, five belonged to Blinkit establishments, five to Zepto, two to Instamart, one to Bhagwati Stores and one to Swinsta Ent Pvt Ltd, the FDA said

Maharashtra FDA suspends 14 licences linked to Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:56 PM IST

Accel India IV offloads 2 crore Urban Company shares, cuts stake to 4.84%

Accel India IV (Mauritius) has offloaded a 1.3 per cent stake in home services platform Urban Company through an open market transaction.

Accel India IV offloads 2 crore Urban Company shares, cuts stake to 4.84%
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

Air India CEO-designate Gebremariam meets top executives during India visit

Gebremariam will succeed Campbell Wilson as Air India CEO and MD next month, taking charge as the airline pursues expansion plans amid external headwinds.

Air India CEO-designate Gebremariam meets top executives during India visit
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

Reliance, Rolls-Royce to develop indigenous combat engine for AMCA together

The proposed partnership would combine Britain's storied aero-engine maker's technology and expertise with Reliance's technology, manufacturing and execution capabilities to develop AMCA engine

Reliance, Rolls-Royce to develop indigenous combat engine for AMCA together
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:19 PM IST

MEA stresses need for respect as Congress leader's Meloni jibe sparks row

EAM spokesperson said, "We have strong ties with Italy...It is important that as part of diplomatic practice that we strengthen our ties keeping in mind being respectful of each other"

MEA stresses need for respect as Congress leader's Meloni jibe sparks row
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 10:46 PM IST

Dixon Tech issues $220 mn guarantee to Lenovo for Padget Electronics div

There is no immediate impact on Dixon, though the guarantee will be reflected as a contingent liability in the company's books.

Dixon Tech issues $220 mn guarantee to Lenovo for Padget Electronics div
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

Bengal to roll out Ayushman Bharat scheme from Aug 16: WB Health minister

He said those who do not meet the Centre's eligibility criteria for Ayushman Bharat would be covered by a state government's Mukhyamantri Swasthya Yojana, which would also be launched on the same day

Bengal to roll out Ayushman Bharat scheme from Aug 16: WB Health minister
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:46 PM IST

President Murmu approves 78 gallantry awards, including 13 posthumously

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday approved 78 gallantry awards, including 13 posthumous, to defence forces and central armed police forces personnel on the eve of the 80th Independence Day.

President Murmu approves 78 gallantry awards, including 13 posthumously
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:45 PM IST

BSNL expands indigenous 4G network in J&K, Ladakh; unveils I-Day offers

The state-run telecom operator has also launched a ₹1,111 fibre plan with speeds of up to 200 Mbps, 5,000 GB monthly data and 25-plus OTT platforms.

BSNL expands indigenous 4G network in J&K, Ladakh; unveils I-Day offers
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:15 PM IST

Defence projects worth over ₹8.75 trn approved in last 1 yr: Rajnath Singh

Singh also said that India has emerged as a major power in global defence manufacturing, with exports of military hardware surging to Rs 38,424 crore in 2025-26

Defence projects worth over ₹8.75 trn approved in last 1 yr: Rajnath Singh
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:15 PM IST

HAL partners with Adani Defence, BEML to produce LCH Prachand

HAL has augmented the capacity and already commenced production of the 156 Prachand LCHs ordered for the Indian Armed Forces at its new helicopter manufacturing facility in Tumakuru, Karnataka

HAL partners with Adani Defence, BEML to produce LCH Prachand
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 8:18 PM IST

Rain lashes Delhi; waterlogging in several areas as orange alert continues

Rain lashed several parts of Delhi on Friday, leading to waterlogging in multiple areas as the city remained under an 'orange alert'.

Rain lashes Delhi; waterlogging in several areas as orange alert continues
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

Kalpataru Projects International bags new orders worth ₹3526 crore

Kalpataru Projects International on Friday said the company has secured new orders worth Rs 3526 crore.

Kalpataru Projects International bags new orders worth ₹3526 crore
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

FinMin warns against high turnover, payroll criteria in GeM tenders

The Finance Ministry has advised central government entities to avoid disproportionately high turnover, payroll and staffing requirements in GeM consultancy tenders

FinMin warns against high turnover, payroll criteria in GeM tenders
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 3:55 PM IST

Natco Pharma Q1 results: Profit falls 57% to ₹206 cr, revenue at ₹735 cr

The company had posted a consolidated net profit of ₹480.3 crore in the corresponding quarter last fiscal

Natco Pharma Q1 results: Profit falls 57% to ₹206 cr, revenue at ₹735 cr
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 3:44 PM IST

India's exports to FTA partners surge in Q1, Singapore shipments rise 100%

The data showed that exports to Singapore surged 101.2 per cent to $6.52 billion during April-June 2026, from $3.24 billion in the year-ago period

India's exports to FTA partners surge in Q1, Singapore shipments rise 100%
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 3:07 PM IST

CRPF bags highest 86 gallantry, service medals among paramilitary forces

The country's largest paramilitary force received 24 gallantry medals (GM), five President's Medals for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 57 Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM)

CRPF bags highest 86 gallantry, service medals among paramilitary forces
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

Delhi HC, IGI Airport receive bomb threats ahead of I-Day, declared hoax

Police declared all threats to be a hoax after carrying out searches and security checks

Delhi HC, IGI Airport receive bomb threats ahead of I-Day, declared hoax
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 2:33 PM IST

Ashok Leyland Q1FY27 results: Net profit rises 1.5% to ₹667.77 crore

The company had posted a consolidated net profit of ₹657.72 crore in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal

Ashok Leyland Q1FY27 results: Net profit rises 1.5% to ₹667.77 crore
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

7 states plan 1,380 new GCCs, to help create 1.2 mn jobs by 2031: CBRE

As per the report, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Kerala, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh are targeting setting up of around 1,380 GCCs in their states

7 states plan 1,380 new GCCs, to help create 1.2 mn jobs by 2031: CBRE
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 1:50 PM IST