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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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Over 90% taxpayers may shift to new tax regime with Budget changes: CBDT

FM also altered tax slabs for people earning above this threshold to help save up to Rs 1.1 lakh in taxes for those with income up to Rs 25 lakh in a year, according to the Budget documents

Over 90% taxpayers may shift to new tax regime with Budget changes: CBDT
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 7:28 PM IST

Budget measures on AI, startups, GCCs to drive growth, says tech experts

The focus on Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in Tier-2 cities will further unlock AI-powered digital services, fostering regional innovation and new employment opportunities at scale

Budget measures on AI, startups, GCCs to drive growth, says tech experts
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 7:22 PM IST

Delhi govt refused aid from Centre fearing credit would go to Modi: Rajnath

Attacking former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, the defence minister alleged that he did not resign even when he was sent to jail in the liquor policy case

Delhi govt refused aid from Centre fearing credit would go to Modi: Rajnath
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 7:21 PM IST

CAG building infra & processes to harness AI&ML: Sanjay Murthy

Murthy said the CAG has also implemented state-of-the-art data analytic capabilities through its dedicated centre to enable analysis-driven audits

CAG building infra & processes to harness AI&ML: Sanjay Murthy
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 7:01 PM IST

Mansukh Mandaviya praises Budget's social security steps for gig workers

Lauding the decision, Mandaviya, hailed the government's commitment to ensuring the well-being of over one crore gig workers across the country

Mansukh Mandaviya praises Budget's social security steps for gig workers
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 6:21 PM IST

Budget 2025-26 allocates Rs 2,500 crore for plug-and-play industrial parks

According to the Budget documents, the allocation for the department has been increased by 64 per cent to Rs 13,145.06 crore for 2025-26 from the revised estimate of Rs 8,011 crore in 2024-25

Budget 2025-26 allocates Rs 2,500 crore for plug-and-play industrial parks
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 6:00 PM IST

Manjinder Singh Sirsa aims for hat-trick win in Delhi Assembly polls

The seat had been with the Congress since 1993 till Sirsa defeated its candidate Dhanwanti Chandela with a significant margin of votes as a Shiromani Akali Dal candidate in the 2013 assembly polls

Manjinder Singh Sirsa aims for hat-trick win in Delhi Assembly polls
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:57 PM IST

Budget 2025-26 to transform India's infrastructure, says IIFCL MD

Recognising the pivotal role of cities in driving economic growth, he said, the government has launched a Rs 1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund to transform urban centres into vibrant growth hubs

Budget 2025-26 to transform India's infrastructure, says IIFCL MD
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:48 PM IST

RBI interest rate, Q3 earnings, global trends to drive markets: Analysts

From the earnings calendar, Asian Paints, PC Jeweller, Tata Power, Titan, Apollo Tyres, Bharti Airtel, ITC,F, SBI, LIC, M&M and NHPC would announce their earnings this week

RBI interest rate, Q3 earnings, global trends to drive markets: Analysts
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:47 PM IST

HMPL to invest Rs 2,500 crore in 500 MW solar project in Andhra Pradesh

The AP government in a communication said New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation (NREDCAP) will facilitate for successful execution of proposed solar park project

HMPL to invest Rs 2,500 crore in 500 MW solar project in Andhra Pradesh
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:30 PM IST

Budget is by the people, for the people, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman

The finance minister said the prime minister meets and listens to the voice of people from different sectors and industry leaders and responds to their needs

Budget is by the people, for the people, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:22 PM IST

Budget a watershed moment in India's clean energy transition: Experts

The landmark Rs 20,000 crore investment in private-sector R&D for emerging technologies signals a transformative shift in building a sustainable critical minerals ecosystem, Verma said

Budget a watershed moment in India's clean energy transition: Experts
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 5:08 PM IST

Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh in joint lead at Tata Steel Chess Masters

Praggnanandhaa notched up his third consecutive win to take his tally to a commendable 8.5 points, same as his compatriot Gukesh after the 12th and penultimate round.

Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh in joint lead at Tata Steel Chess Masters
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 4:57 PM IST

BCB forms independent committee to investigate BPL corruption claims

This marks the first official corruption investigation in the BPL since 2013 as the league faces challenge with delayed player payments and ticketing controversies.

BCB forms independent committee to investigate BPL corruption claims
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 4:47 PM IST

It's our belief that won us HIL: Bengal Tigers skipper Rupinder Pal Singh

The Bengal side secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Hyderabad Toofans to lift the Hero Hockey India League 2024-25 title.

It's our belief that won us HIL: Bengal Tigers skipper Rupinder Pal Singh
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 4:42 PM IST

Budget: Allocation for export promotion schemes dips 17% to Rs 2,250 cr

Further to this announcement, the Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY) has been finalized and approved for the implementation in 2024-25 and 2025-26

Budget: Allocation for export promotion schemes dips 17% to Rs 2,250 cr
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 4:29 PM IST

Budget 2025-26: Lok Sabha gets Rs 903 crore, Rajya Sabha Rs 413 crore

For Lok Sabha, Rs 1.56 crore has been allocated for salaries and allowances of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, and there is no separate provision for the office of the Leader of the Opposition

Budget 2025-26: Lok Sabha gets Rs 903 crore, Rajya Sabha Rs 413 crore
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 4:13 PM IST

India committed to protecting, enriching nature, says Bhupender Yadav

Expressing concern over the destruction of important wetlands due to encroachment, Adityanath said that strict measures will be taken to preserve lakes and other wetlands

India committed to protecting, enriching nature, says Bhupender Yadav
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 3:56 PM IST

FM cites India's fiscal discipline as key to Moody's unchanged ratings

Moody's Ratings on Saturday ruled out an immediate upgrade of India's sovereign rating despite the government's efforts to manage its finances prudently

FM cites India's fiscal discipline as key to Moody's unchanged ratings
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 3:53 PM IST

PM pitches 'Modi's guarantee', confident of BJP's win in Delhi polls

Greeting people on Basant Panchami on Sunday, he said the festival marks the change in the season, adding that people of Delhi have made up their mind to elect a BJP government

PM pitches 'Modi's guarantee', confident of BJP's win in Delhi polls
Updated On : 02 Feb 2025 | 3:28 PM IST