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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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Glasgow hands CWG baton to India as Ahmedabad set to host 2030 Games

Goodbye Scotland. Hello India! The 2030 Games will be held in Ahmedabad, and the Scotland officials handed over the CWG flag and baton to Indian representatives

Glasgow hands CWG baton to India as Ahmedabad set to host 2030 Games
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 7:32 AM IST

'It really hurts': Lovlina reacts to India map missing Northeast in Glasgow

Lovlina, who won a silver medal, noticed that the map of India used in the restaurant's branding omitted the Northeast and immediately brought it to the attention of the management.

'It really hurts': Lovlina reacts to India map missing Northeast in Glasgow
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 12:06 AM IST

Jamshedpur FC pulling out of ISL a punch in the gut: Sunil Chhetri

Jamshedpur FC, winners of the ISL Winners' Shield in the 2021-22 season, had announced their withdrawal from the ISL on July 31 just hours after missing the deadline for payment of participation fee.

Jamshedpur FC pulling out of ISL a punch in the gut: Sunil Chhetri
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 11:59 PM IST

Around 158 CBI cases related to examination irregularities awaiting trial

The CBI will seek transfer of 158 pending recruitment exam fraud cases to fast-track courts under the new anti-paper leak law to speed up long-delayed trials

Around 158 CBI cases related to examination irregularities awaiting trial
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 10:53 PM IST

India okayed just one FDI proposal from China, 13 from Hong Kong in FY26

Overall, the government has approved 63 FDI (foreign direct investment) proposals worth Rs 10,292.67 crore, or $1.18 billion, during April 2025-March 2026, according to the DPIIT data

India okayed just one FDI proposal from China, 13 from Hong Kong in FY26
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 10:31 PM IST

AI boom, West Asia crisis drive PCB shortage, raise electronics costs

West Asia tensions and soaring AI server demand have triggered a global PCB shortage, raising costs for electronics makers as India ramps up local component production

AI boom, West Asia crisis drive PCB shortage, raise electronics costs
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

Injury blow for India! Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of Test series vs Sri Lanka

The swelling in his knee seems to be more serious than it initially looked and the Sports Science team at Bengaluru's Centre of Excellence doesn't want to rush the seasoned pacer's return

Injury blow for India! Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of Test series vs Sri Lanka
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 4:09 PM IST

Govt to fund offshore oil and gas exploration to cut import dependence

Besides underwriting part of the cost of drilling exploration wells, the government will part-fund common infrastructure, including subsea pipelines and onshore oil and gas receipt

Govt to fund offshore oil and gas exploration to cut import dependence
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 3:31 PM IST

Petrol, diesel sales soar on weak monsoon, LPG demand shifts to piped gas

Petrol sales by Indian Oil Corp (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL) climbed 9.7 per cent to 3.45 million tonnes during July

Petrol, diesel sales soar on weak monsoon, LPG demand shifts to piped gas
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 3:28 PM IST

Global FMCG majors to boost investments in India, widen retail presence

Global consumer goods majors such as Mondelez International, L'Oreal, Reckitt, Unilever, Nestle and The Coca-Cola Company see India as a key growth market and a major driver of future growth

Global FMCG majors to boost investments in India, widen retail presence
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 3:12 PM IST

IndiGo marks 20 years of ops with bigger global push, fleet expansion plans

The country's largest airline, which has a domestic market share of more than 66 per cent, is set to induct Airbus A321 XLR aircraft before taking delivery of wide-body A350s from 2028

IndiGo marks 20 years of ops with bigger global push, fleet expansion plans
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

RBI likely to keep rates unchanged in August as inflation risks persist

Economists said the central bank will remain in a "wait-and-watch" mode as it assesses the evolving inflation outlook

RBI likely to keep rates unchanged in August as inflation risks persist
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

India's power consumption rises nearly 11% to 170.7 billion units in July

The higher feel-like temperature than actual, caused by humid conditions across the country, increased use of cooling appliances like air conditioners, thereby increasing power demand and consumption

India's power consumption rises nearly 11% to 170.7 billion units in July
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 1:34 PM IST

Assetz files confidential IPO papers with Sebi to raise ₹1,200 crore

The proposed listing would mark the public-market debut of one of Bengaluru's fastest-growing residential developers, which counts Singapore-based investment fund AGP Partners as a key shareholder

Assetz files confidential IPO papers with Sebi to raise ₹1,200 crore
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

RBI rate decision, West Asia developments likely to steer markets this week

Besides, quarterly earnings and trading activity of foreign investors would also be tracked by investors to determine further movement

RBI rate decision, West Asia developments likely to steer markets this week
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 1:03 PM IST

PM Modi launches nationwide campaign urging youth to shun substance abuse

Launching the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan', PM Modi said the campaign is not just for the youth, but also for their families, society and the entire country

PM Modi launches nationwide campaign urging youth to shun substance abuse
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 12:17 PM IST

Higher tobacco taxes hit cigarette makers' net revenue, profit in Q1FY27

Though reported revenues (from operations) of cigarette companies surged as the higher duty component was reflected in sales, their underlying revenues (net revenue) and profits came under pressure

Higher tobacco taxes hit cigarette makers' net revenue, profit in Q1FY27
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 12:02 PM IST

WSHA to train 2,000 disadvantaged youth in India for hospitality jobs: CEO

The initiative aims to improve youth employment and promote inclusivity by providing young people with the skills and experience needed to embark on their careers in the hospitality industry

WSHA to train 2,000 disadvantaged youth in India for hospitality jobs: CEO
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 12:01 PM IST

Case Group expects 2-fold jump in turnover to ₹200 cr on strong order book

The company, which manufactures coal gasifiers and other industrial equipment, asserted that order execution is not a challenge, even if the pipeline reaches ₹500 crore

Case Group expects 2-fold jump in turnover to ₹200 cr on strong order book
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 11:59 AM IST

Maruti Suzuki clocks record monthly production in July at 248,845 units

The auto major had produced 187,073 units in July 2025, as per a regulatory filing by the company

Maruti Suzuki clocks record monthly production in July at 248,845 units
Updated On : 02 Aug 2026 | 11:58 AM IST