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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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Amit Shah lays foundation for ₹2,092 crore health projects in Assam

Shah inaugurated the Rs 675 crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital in Guwahati, at a programme held on its premises

Amit Shah lays foundation for ₹2,092 crore health projects in Assam
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 12:09 PM IST

Govt stops LPG supply to PNG households as regulator pushes gas rollout

The amended order also prohibits government oil companies and their distributors from providing domestic LPG connections or refilling cylinders for consumers who already have a PNG supply

Govt stops LPG supply to PNG households as regulator pushes gas rollout
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:46 AM IST

LPG crisis: Orders from restaurants start recovering, says magicpin

Orders in cuisines that rely significantly on LPG-based cooking initially saw a dip of about 5-10 per cent, but demand has started to recover as restaurants adjust their operations

LPG crisis: Orders from restaurants start recovering, says magicpin
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:40 AM IST

Dubai-based Solstice Data signs ₹52,600 cr MoU for investment in Kerala

As part of the landmark agreement, 100 acres of land within the park will be allocated to the company to facilitate the development of its facilities

Dubai-based Solstice Data signs ₹52,600 cr MoU for investment in Kerala
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

MSMEs face operational crisis as LPG shortage threatens jobs, growth

AIE National Chairman K E Raghunathan said for thousands of small industries, commercial kitchens, and food processors, "LPG is not just fuel, it is the lifeline of daily production"

MSMEs face operational crisis as LPG shortage threatens jobs, growth
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

Rohit Sharma hopes India build on recent men's and women's WC wins

India have recorded a string of wins in ICC events from the time Rohit led the team to T20 World Cup win in 2024.

Rohit Sharma hopes India build on recent men's and women's WC wins
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

FIH Women's Hockey WC Qualifiers: IND lose 0-2 to ENG but qualify for WC

The Indians, ranked ninth in the world, tried their heart and soul throughout the entire 60 minutes but failed to break the resolute English defence.

FIH Women's Hockey WC Qualifiers: IND lose 0-2 to ENG but qualify for WC
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 11:07 AM IST

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand to launch ₹440 cr IPO on March 24

The Haryana-based company's proposed IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares entirely, with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand to launch ₹440 cr IPO on March 24
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

ISL 25/26: Bengaluru FC hold Mohun Bagan Super Giant to goalless draw

Bengaluru FC held league leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant to a goalless draw in an Indian Super League match here on Saturday.

ISL 25/26: Bengaluru FC hold Mohun Bagan Super Giant to goalless draw
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

Baby Forest eyes tie-up with premium hospitals for network expansion

The Noida-headquartered firm, which has a range of ayurveda-based premium baby skincare products along with other items for infants and kids, is targeting a revenue of Rs 250 crore

Baby Forest eyes tie-up with premium hospitals for network expansion
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:47 AM IST

China likely to face closer scrutiny in US forced-labour probe: GTRI

China is likely to be central to the probe because of long-running accusations involving Uyghur and other Muslim minorities in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

China likely to face closer scrutiny in US forced-labour probe: GTRI
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:45 AM IST

Strategic setback to India's diplomacy: Cong slams govt on Chabahar port

Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh alleged that continuity in governance is an essential reality that is never acknowledged by the "self-obsessed" PM

Strategic setback to India's diplomacy: Cong slams govt on Chabahar port
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:40 AM IST

Mcap of top 10 firms tumbles by ₹4.48 trn; SBI, HDFC Bank biggest laggards

The primary driver behind the market weakness was the sustained rise in crude oil prices following the escalating conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel

Mcap of top 10 firms tumbles by ₹4.48 trn; SBI, HDFC Bank biggest laggards
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:37 AM IST

We need to recognise we have problem with Security Council: UN chief

He pointed out that three permanent members of the 15-nation Council are from Europe, one from Asia, and one is the United States, while there are no permanent members from Africa or Latin America

We need to recognise we have problem with Security Council: UN chief
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:29 AM IST

Kerala govt approves universal health coverage for wider healthcare access

The decision to launch the "Health Protection for All" project was taken following discussions and studies held at various levels over the past one year, based on the direction of Chief Minister Pinar

Kerala govt approves universal health coverage for wider healthcare access
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

FPIs pull out ₹52,704 crore in early March amid West Asia conflict

The latest sell-off comes after foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) infused ₹22,615 crore into Indian equities in February, the highest monthly inflow in 17 months

FPIs pull out ₹52,704 crore in early March amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:22 AM IST

Kerala govt clears amnesty on traffic fines to reduce e-challan backlog

Under the amnesty scheme, motorists will get a 50 per cent concession on fines imposed for all traffic violations committed up to December 31, 2024

Kerala govt clears amnesty on traffic fines to reduce e-challan backlog
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:11 AM IST

Election Commission to announce assembly poll dates for five states today

Polls are due in West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam and Puducherry. The poll authority has convened a press conference at 4 pm to announce the schedule

Election Commission to announce assembly poll dates for five states today
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

Amit Shah to launch ₹2,092 cr health projects, address BJYM meet in Assam

Shah will inaugurate the ₹675 crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) here, and virtually launch cancer centres at Golaghat and Tinsukia

Amit Shah to launch ₹2,092 cr health projects, address BJYM meet in Assam
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

Fire breaks out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi, nearly 50 shops gutted

The fire erupted at the Nature Bazaar market located near Andheria Mor in the Lado Sarai area, where several temporary and semi-permanent shops selling handicrafts and other items are set up

Fire breaks out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi, nearly 50 shops gutted
Updated On : 15 Mar 2026 | 9:48 AM IST