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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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Solitario Lab Grown Diamonds raises $3.6 million in pre-IPO funding

The company has a strong retail presence, with 18 stores across 10 major Indian cities and an international footprint of 38 outlets in Dubai, Malaysia, and Spain

Solitario Lab Grown Diamonds raises $3.6 million in pre-IPO funding
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 11:48 AM IST

Qatar ready to fast-track investment promotion, protection deal with India

Qatar's Commerce and Industry Minister Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani said India has become its third largest trading partner

Qatar ready to fast-track investment promotion, protection deal with India
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 11:13 AM IST

India, US complement each other, can offer mutual trade concessions: Goyal

During the recent visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington, India and the US announced to more than double the two-way commerce to $500 billion by 2030

India, US complement each other, can offer mutual trade concessions: Goyal
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 10:34 AM IST

Rupee falls 8 paise to 86.96 against US dollar in early trade today

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 86.94 then fell further to 86.96 against the American currency, registering a decline of 8 paise over its previous close

Rupee falls 8 paise to 86.96 against US dollar in early trade today
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 10:27 AM IST

WPL 2025: Mandhana, Renuka shine as RCB demolish Delhi Capitals by 8 wkts

RCB bowlers, led by Renuka Singh (3/23) and Georgia Wareham (3/25), produced a disciplined performance to bowl out Delhi for 141 in 19.3 overs.

WPL 2025: Mandhana, Renuka shine as RCB demolish Delhi Capitals by 8 wkts
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 9:30 AM IST

Jaishankar meets ex-UK PM Sunak, deputy foreign minster of Italy in Delhi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar appreciated his constant support for strengthening India-UK relations

Jaishankar meets ex-UK PM Sunak, deputy foreign minster of Italy in Delhi
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 7:45 AM IST

Rural Development Ministry warns against fraudulent recruitment ad

The ministry warned the general public that any recruitment activities undertaken by the 'National Rural Development & Recreation Mission-NRDRM' do not have the ministry's endorsement

Rural Development Ministry warns against fraudulent recruitment ad
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 12:27 AM IST

CCI seeks public comments on draft rules for determining cost of production

In a consultation paper floated by CCI, it said the cost will generally be taken as the average variable cost, serving as a proxy for marginal cost in predatory pricing assessments

CCI seeks public comments on draft rules for determining cost of production
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 12:20 AM IST

Outgoing CEC calls for early verdicts on poll cases, regulation of freebies

The outgoing CEC said online reporting of political party expenditures has begun and must be made mandatory for better financial transparency and analytics

Outgoing CEC calls for early verdicts on poll cases, regulation of freebies
Updated On : 18 Feb 2025 | 12:01 AM IST

Govt, RBI working together to control inflation and drive growth: FM

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said the government and Reserve Bank are working in "sync" to control inflation and in turn boost growth.

Govt, RBI working together to control inflation and drive growth: FM
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:54 PM IST

Pipeline burst floods houses in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer; repair underway

Ramdevra police station in-charge Shankar Lal said that 25 houses on the western and northern sides of the culvert were inundated with 2-3 feet of water

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Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:52 PM IST

'No river discharge at Maha Kumbh, toilet wastewater treated daily'

A QR code-based monitoring system ensures real-time maintenance, while jet spray cleaning technology and eco-friendly chemical solutions help maintain hygiene and odour-free sanitation facilities

'No river discharge at Maha Kumbh, toilet wastewater treated daily'
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:48 PM IST

Amir of Qatar begins India visit; to meet Prez Murmu, PM Modi on Tuesday

According to a media advisory issued by the MEA on Monday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will call on the Amir of Qatar later in the evening

Amir of Qatar begins India visit; to meet Prez Murmu, PM Modi on Tuesday
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:36 PM IST

'Will deepen our close bonds': Jaishankar after meeting Amir of Qatar

Extending a rare gesture of hospitality, Modi went to the airport to receive the Amir of Qatar, who arrived in Delhi on Monday evening

'Will deepen our close bonds': Jaishankar after meeting Amir of Qatar
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:18 PM IST

'Risked our lives': US deportees from Punjab recall perilous 'donkey route'

On the morning of January 27, they were arrested by the Border Police after they were made to cross the border to sneak into the US

'Risked our lives': US deportees from Punjab recall perilous 'donkey route'
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 11:06 PM IST

Vaishnaw rules out conspiracy behind New Delhi Railway Station stampede

He also said information available till now showed that there was no extraordinary rush at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday when the stampede happened

Vaishnaw rules out conspiracy behind New Delhi Railway Station stampede
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 10:34 PM IST

Maha Kumbh: Over 13.5 mn devotees take holy dip in Sangam on Feb 17

According to figures released by the Mela administration, the total number of devotees who have bathed in the Maha Kumbh since January 13 has surpassed 543.1 million

Maha Kumbh: Over 13.5 mn devotees take holy dip in Sangam on Feb 17
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 10:19 PM IST

India, EU to hold next round of talks on proposed FTA from Mar 10

Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce L Satya Srinivas said that before the round the entire delegation of the European Commission will be in India from February 28

India, EU to hold next round of talks on proposed FTA from Mar 10
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 10:11 PM IST

Temple economy worth Rs 6 trillion is largest economic activity, says AP CM

Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Viksit Bharat2047 vision, Naidu said ITCX promotes temple governance and economic development while fostering global temple collaboration

Temple economy worth Rs 6 trillion is largest economic activity, says AP CM
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 9:44 PM IST

Cong claims centre wants to control EC, asks govt to hold CEC appointment

The selection committee is learnt to have recommended the name of the next CEC to President Droupadi Murmu, sources said on Monday

Cong claims centre wants to control EC, asks govt to hold CEC appointment
Updated On : 17 Feb 2025 | 9:44 PM IST