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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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7 killed, 7 injured as landslide hits Mumbai's Ghatkopar after heavy rains

Search and rescue operations were underway, with teams of the fire brigade, police, NDRF, ambulance service and civic ward staff deployed at the site

7 killed, 7 injured as landslide hits Mumbai's Ghatkopar after heavy rains
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 3:21 PM IST

Kerala govt may order probe into alleged lapses in Messi event proposal

Sports Minister O J Janeesh alleged procedural lapses and misuse of government machinery in the previous LDF government's efforts to bring Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to Kerala

Kerala govt may order probe into alleged lapses in Messi event proposal
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 12:35 PM IST

SC seeks Centre's response on plea seeking probe into CJP-linked activities

The CJP came into being following a remark made by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant during a court hearing in May and later it led a Gen-Z protest against Neet-UG paper leak

SC seeks Centre's response on plea seeking probe into CJP-linked activities
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 12:12 PM IST

Yulu raises $93 mn in Series C funding round, targets 200,000 EV fleet

The funding comprises $63 million in equity led by GEF Capital Partners and $30 million in debt

Yulu raises $93 mn in Series C funding round, targets 200,000 EV fleet
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

Rupee falls 6 paise to 95.42 against US dollar during early trade

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 95.40 before slipping further to 95.42, down 6 paise from its previous close

Rupee falls 6 paise to 95.42 against US dollar during early trade
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul on Adani case

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi was forced to compromise India's interests after a US judge dismissed criminal charges against Gautam Adani and his nephew

'Compromised PM forced to sell India's interest': Rahul on Adani case
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 10:21 AM IST

Jharkhand exam stir enters Day 19, students vow to intensify agitation

The students, protesting under the banner of the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, have refused to call off their agitation despite assurances from the Soren government on reforms in the recruitment system

Jharkhand exam stir enters Day 19, students vow to intensify agitation
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 10:14 AM IST

Justice Varma cash row: Inquiry report to be tabled in Lok Sabha today

According to the list of business of the Lok Sabha for Wednesday, the secretary general will lay the two volumes of the report along with oral evidence in the House

Justice Varma cash row: Inquiry report to be tabled in Lok Sabha today
Updated On : 12 Aug 2026 | 8:20 AM IST

Vijay Singh steps down as vice-chairman of Sir Ratan Tata Trust

Tata Trusts vice-chairman Vijay Singh has stepped down as a trustee of SRTT and has decided not to seek a renewal when his current term expires on August 14, people familiar with the matter said.

Vijay Singh steps down as vice-chairman of Sir Ratan Tata Trust
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 11:54 PM IST

Govt considering sending FCRA Bill to joint committee of Parliament

Congress and TMC demanded that the bill be withdrawn, but others like BJD feel the bill could be sent to a joint committee of Parliament for further scrutiny.

Govt considering sending FCRA Bill to joint committee of Parliament
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 11:49 PM IST

State of border will dictate overall trajectory of ties with China: India

The remarks came amid unconfirmed reports of aggressive posturing by Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh's Upper Subansiri region.

State of border will dictate overall trajectory of ties with China: India
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 11:36 PM IST

Flipkart deepens Tamil Nadu partnership, expands digital commerce, tech

Flipkart said its seller, supply-chain, technology and service ecosystem supports more than 1.3 lakh direct and indirect jobs across Tamil Nadu.

Flipkart deepens Tamil Nadu partnership, expands digital commerce, tech
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 10:46 PM IST

L&T to transfer data centre, cloud services biz to Vyoma.AI for ₹1,400 cr

In a separate transaction, L&T, Vyoma.AI and L&T Network Services Pvt Ltd (LTNSPL) have entered into a share purchase agreement for the transfer of L&T's entire equity holding in LTNSPL to Vyoma.AI

L&T to transfer data centre, cloud services biz to Vyoma.AI for ₹1,400 cr
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 10:45 PM IST

AI push: TCS, Google Cloud launch Gemini Experience center in Mexico

The newly-launched GEC is equipped with over 3,000 industry-and context-aware AI agents built by TCS with Gemini Enterprise, which integrate seamlessly into customer environments.

AI push: TCS, Google Cloud launch Gemini Experience center in Mexico
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 9:57 PM IST

Virat's intensity inspires others to stretch limits when fielding: T Dilip

Dilip's tenure as India's fielding coach included the team's triumph in the 2024 T20 World Cup in Barbados, which he described as the best moment of his stint.

Virat's intensity inspires others to stretch limits when fielding: T Dilip
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Gurnoor could be India's X-Factor in Jasprit Bumrah's absence: Maharoof

Under pressure following home series defeat to South Africa, fifth-placed India will be without pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah when they resume.

Gurnoor could be India's X-Factor in Jasprit Bumrah's absence: Maharoof
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Delhi HC denies bail to Sushil Kumar in Chhatrasal stadium murder case

The Delhi High Court has refused to grant bail to Olympian Sushil Kumar in the alleged murder case of former junior national wrestling champion Sagar Dhankar.

Delhi HC denies bail to Sushil Kumar in Chhatrasal stadium murder case
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 5:03 PM IST

Rajasthan govt transfers 69 IFS officers, promotes 22 RFS officers to IFS

The Rajasthan government has made widespread changes across the Forest Department, with senior officers moved across key forest, wildlife and environment positions.

Rajasthan govt transfers 69 IFS officers, promotes 22 RFS officers to IFS
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 4:56 PM IST

Maha Gazetted officers association seeks retirement age of 60 for employees

In a letter to Fadnavis dated August 10, the federation said the Union government raised the retirement age of its employees to 60 years in 1998, and 25 states adopted the same policy subsequently

Maha Gazetted officers association seeks retirement age of 60 for employees
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 4:55 PM IST

Delhi Police busts pan-India cyber fraud network with Qatar, Dubai links

Police said the network used shell firms and mule bank accounts to layer cyber fraud proceeds, with suspected foreign-based operatives linked to Qatar and Dubai.

Delhi Police busts pan-India cyber fraud network with Qatar, Dubai links
Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 4:09 PM IST