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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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Greenpeace India warns of poor air quality in Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Mysuru

The report, 'Spare the Air 2' flags serious health concerns as the average PM 2.5 and PM10 levels soar in 10 major cities of southern India

Greenpeace India warns of poor air quality in Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Mysuru
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 10:24 PM IST

Bengal medical council issues show cause notice to ex-RG Kar principal

The 'show-cause notice' to Ghosh is a step before the council takes any decision on cancelling his medical registration

Bengal medical council issues show cause notice to ex-RG Kar principal
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 10:09 PM IST

Randhir Singh set to be elected as first Indian president of OCA

Randhir, a former Indian shooter, will be officially named OCA president in the presence of Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and top sports leaders from all 45 countries of Asia

Randhir Singh set to be elected as first Indian president of OCA
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 10:02 PM IST

'Warrior Moms' urges health minister to act on air pollution, proposes plan

In a letter to Union Health Minister J P Nadda, the "Warrior Moms" also proposed the development of a "Health Action Plan" for each state to tackle pollution-related health issues

'Warrior Moms' urges health minister to act on air pollution, proposes plan
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:49 PM IST

'Women in Cinema Collective' to soon propose code of conduct in Mollywood

In a Facebook post, the WCC expressed hope that all industry members would come in open solidarity and spirit to adopt a 'cinema code of conduct'

'Women in Cinema Collective' to soon propose code of conduct in Mollywood
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:45 PM IST

AAP labels GST on research grants as 'tax terrorism', seeks withdrawal

The Modi government has issued a notice to all institutes, proposing to impose GST on research grants received since 2017, he said, adding that it was a double layer of taxation

AAP labels GST on research grants as 'tax terrorism', seeks withdrawal
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:37 PM IST

Super typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in China's Hainan, kills four, 95 injured

Yagi, the 11th typhoon of this year, made two landfalls in China on Friday, first striking Hainan and later the Guangdong province

Super typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in China's Hainan, kills four, 95 injured
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:28 PM IST

Ex-RG Kar hospital principal had criminal nexus with co-accused: CBI

The CBI had arrested Ghosh, two vendors, and his security person for their alleged involvement in financial irregularities at the state-run hospital, where the rape-murder of a young doctor happened

Ex-RG Kar hospital principal had criminal nexus with co-accused: CBI
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:21 PM IST

Problems with India can be resolved through open dialogue: Nepal PM Oli

Ties between the two countries came under severe strain in 2020 after Kathmandu published a new political map that showed the three Indian territories as part of Nepal

Problems with India can be resolved through open dialogue: Nepal PM Oli
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 9:14 PM IST

Jaishankar to embark on visit to Saudi Arabia, Germany, Switzerland on Sun

He will first travel to the Saudi capital Riyadh on a two-day trip primarily to attend the first India-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) foreign ministers' meeting

Jaishankar to embark on visit to Saudi Arabia, Germany, Switzerland on Sun
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 8:59 PM IST

Trackman's quick action prevents major train disaster on Konkan Railway

In a remarkable display of alertness and bravery, trackman Mahadeva averted a major train accident on the Konkan Railway line between Kumta and Honnavar.

Trackman's quick action prevents major train disaster on Konkan Railway
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 8:52 PM IST

More women registered to vote in J&K Assembly elections compared to men

Of the 7,74,462 registered voters, 3,87,778 are female while 3,86,654 are male and 30 people have registered themselves under the third gender category

More women registered to vote in J&K Assembly elections compared to men
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 8:01 PM IST

Centre turned to Reliance's wildlife facility after cheetah deaths in Kuno

Kumar's letter said Project Cheetah was the first intercontinental reintroduction of a wild, large carnivore species with "no comparable historical precedent"

Centre turned to Reliance's wildlife facility after cheetah deaths in Kuno
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:54 PM IST

Anti-drone system deployed after attacks on civilians: Manipur Police

He added that army helicopters are conducting aerial patrols, and security personnel have been deployed in vulnerable areas

Anti-drone system deployed after attacks on civilians: Manipur Police
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:49 PM IST

Portion of 2 roads in central, west Delhi cave in, traffic affected

Portions of two roads caved in at Janakpuri and at Karol Bagh affecting traffic in the areas, Delhi Police said on Saturday.

Portion of 2 roads in central, west Delhi cave in, traffic affected
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:44 PM IST

ED raids German company's subsidiary in case of fraud involving Rs 130 cr

Searches were undertaken at six locations in Pune, Maharashtra and Delhi-NCR on September 4, the central agency said in a statement

ED raids German company's subsidiary in case of fraud involving Rs 130 cr
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:37 PM IST

Ganesh Chathurthi celebrated with fervour, leaders join celebrations

A festive mood prevailed as people gathered in large numbers to offer worship in temples and grandeur marked the occasion with the installation of large Ganesha idols

Ganesh Chathurthi celebrated with fervour, leaders join celebrations
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:33 PM IST

CDS Gen Chauhan holds talks with Maldivian military commander Hilmy

The talks between the two top military officials came a day after India and the Maldives held fifth round of defence dialogue which decided to expedite implementation of the ongoing defence project

CDS Gen Chauhan holds talks with Maldivian military commander Hilmy
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:30 PM IST

World looking at more sharpened contestation between US, China: Jaishankar

In a virtual address at the FPCI Global Town hall, Jaishankar, delving into major geopolitical developments, said the world is looking at a more "sharpened contestation" between the US and China

World looking at more sharpened contestation between US, China: Jaishankar
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:19 PM IST

29 people dead in Telangana due to heavy rains, floods: State chief secy

State Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari said 29 of the 33 districts in the state have been declared as flood-hit on the basis of rainfall recorded between August 31 and September 3

29 people dead in Telangana due to heavy rains, floods: State chief secy
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 7:16 PM IST