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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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Hiring in India rises 12% in Feb on AI push, IT sector recovery: Report

White-collar job market posted its strongest February performance in recent years, with the Naukri JobSpeak Index reaching 3,233 points

Hiring in India rises 12% in Feb on AI push, IT sector recovery: Report
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:54 PM IST

Hope West Asia conflict does not affect supply chain: Tata Group chairman

Chandrasekaran admitted that there may be some ups and downs in businesses in view of the prevailing situation

Hope West Asia conflict does not affect supply chain: Tata Group chairman
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

MSRTC hopes to earn ₹250 cr through advertising over 5 years, says minister

Sarnaik stated that an ambitious plan has been finalised to leverage the corporation's massive footprint

MSRTC hopes to earn ₹250 cr through advertising over 5 years, says minister
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:43 PM IST

No issue with futures, concerns around short-dated options: Sebi chairman

Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator's recent interventions are focused specifically on curbing excesses in short-tenor options, while preserving the crucial role of futures

No issue with futures, concerns around short-dated options: Sebi chairman
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi asks PM Modi to clarify his stand on assassination of Khamenei

His remarks come days after Iran confirmed that its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had been assassinated in targeted strikes carried out the previous day by the United States and Israel

Rahul Gandhi asks PM Modi to clarify his stand on assassination of Khamenei
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:24 PM IST

GST authorities issue demand notice of ₹6.37 crore to Britannia Industries

The order has been passed under Section 74 of the GST Act for FY 2020-21 to FY 2023-24, alleging non-payment of tax due to "incorrect classification" of goods supplied

GST authorities issue demand notice of ₹6.37 crore to Britannia Industries
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

India's 100 mn barrel crude stocks can cover 40-45 days if Hormuz disrupted

In case of closure, India can tap suppliers in West Africa, Latin Amercia and the US to make up for the shortfall from the Middle-East

India's 100 mn barrel crude stocks can cover 40-45 days if Hormuz disrupted
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:15 PM IST

Ola Electric launches Holi Mahotsav; Roadster range now starts at ₹79,999

This brings electric motorcycles directly at par with popular entry segment ICE motorcycles, the company said in a statement

Ola Electric launches Holi Mahotsav; Roadster range now starts at ₹79,999
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

Natco Pharma launches generic blood cancer treatment medicine in US

The product is available in 1mg, 2mg, 3mg, and 4mg strengths and is distributed primarily through specialty pharmacies and clinics, Natco Pharma said

Natco Pharma launches generic blood cancer treatment medicine in US
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

TN CM announces special fund of ₹2,000 to 3.7 mn marginalised beneficiaries

The current round of funding follows the distribution of a Rs 2,000 special summer package provided for women in February under the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai' scheme

TN CM announces special fund of ₹2,000 to 3.7 mn marginalised beneficiaries
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

80 international flights cancelled at Delhi airport today amid Iran crisis

An official said 36 departures and 44 arrivals were cancelled at the Delhi airport

80 international flights cancelled at Delhi airport today amid Iran crisis
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

3 Indian seafarers killed in West Asia; Shipping authority issues advisory

In an advisory, the Directorate General of Shipping said it is closely monitoring the evolving maritime security situation in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz

3 Indian seafarers killed in West Asia; Shipping authority issues advisory
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 1:35 PM IST

PM urges industry to boost investment, prioritise R&D, quality to tap FTAs

Stressing that India has entered into free trade agreements with numerous countries, PM Modi said, these agreements have opened up a wide range of opportunities for the country

PM urges industry to boost investment, prioritise R&D, quality to tap FTAs
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 1:00 PM IST

'I am back home': PV Sindhu misses All England, returns to Bengaluru

The former world champion was on her way to Birmingham via Dubai, when she was stranded after the flight operations were suspended in the Gulf region

'I am back home': PV Sindhu misses All England, returns to Bengaluru
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

Indians stranded in Abu Dhabi heave sigh of relief on arrival in Bengaluru

Recalling the anxiety of missile alerts and sudden flight cancellations in Abu Dhabi, many expressed relief on touching down in Bengaluru on Monday night

Indians stranded in Abu Dhabi heave sigh of relief on arrival in Bengaluru
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 12:20 PM IST

Maharashtra sets up WhatsApp helpline for citizens stranded in West Asia

CMO stated that state government, in coordination with the Indian People's Forum in Dubai, has issued a WhatsApp helpline number +971 50 365 4357 for stranded citizens who require assistance

Maharashtra sets up WhatsApp helpline for citizens stranded in West Asia
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:59 AM IST

Experience in India will surely help New Zealand: Mitchell on T20 WC SF

New Zealand don't make things bigger than they are, said Daryl Mitchell on Monday, adding that the Kiwis will rely on their recent experience of playing in India for the T20 World Cup semifinal.

Experience in India will surely help New Zealand: Mitchell on T20 WC SF
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB: Director Mo Bobat

RCB will enter the upcoming IPL as defending champions, having won their maiden title last season after a long wait of 18 years.

Virat Kohli will forever be the icon and hero of RCB: Director Mo Bobat
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:51 AM IST

Zaheer leads specialised red-ball camp at BCCI Centre of Excellence

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan on Monday conducted a specialised red-ball camp for the high-performance monitoring group at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) here.

Zaheer leads specialised red-ball camp at BCCI Centre of Excellence
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:44 AM IST

At least 10 flights cancelled at Kolkata airport amid West Asia conflict

Airlines such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia cancelled their flights connecting Kolkata with West Asia destinations

At least 10 flights cancelled at Kolkata airport amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 11:44 AM IST