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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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Japan, South Korea on high alert after North Korea fires multiple missiles

The Japanese government activated its top-tier crisis management protocols to ensure public safety and regional stability in the face of the renewed provocation

Japan, South Korea on high alert after North Korea fires multiple missiles
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 12:02 PM IST

IIFR to address faculty shortage, deepen global academic partnerships

The move comes as India rolls out sweeping higher education reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises multidisciplinary learning

IIFR to address faculty shortage, deepen global academic partnerships
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 10:42 AM IST

Doctor-led AI platform offering 24x7 remote monitoring launched in Chennai

The initiative aims to improve clinical outcomes for patients with chronic conditions preventing their escalation into serious illness and reduce the risk of sudden cardiac events

Doctor-led AI platform offering 24x7 remote monitoring launched in Chennai
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Govt fixes map showing Arunachal Pradesh's Pasighat as Chinese territory

RGI issued a clarification saying, "An issue was mentioned during Self-Enumeration on se.census.gov.in regarding map location in Pasighat. The issue has been resolved."

Govt fixes map showing Arunachal Pradesh's Pasighat as Chinese territory
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 10:11 AM IST

Opposition plans to move notice seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar

It has, however, not yet been decided which House the notice would be moved in, or whether it would be introduced in both Houses as was done last time

Opposition plans to move notice seeking removal of CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 9:38 AM IST

Days after ordering burgers at Oval Office, Trump dubs move as 'tacky'

The White House ordered McDonald's cheeseburgers that were brought to the Oval Office by DoorDash delivery driver Sharon Simmons, a Republican supporter from Arkansas

Days after ordering burgers at Oval Office, Trump dubs move as 'tacky'
Updated On : 19 Apr 2026 | 6:25 AM IST

Rachana Bahadur nammed advisor to DP World Professional Golf Tour of India

DP World Professional Golf Tour of India on Sat announced the appointment of Rachana Bahadur, senior vice president and country head India at Synchrony Financial, as an advisor to the organisation

Rachana Bahadur nammed advisor to DP World Professional Golf Tour of India
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 11:27 PM IST

Stop lying to the nation: Congress slams PM's address, cites MCC violation

The fact that it took the BJP three years to notify their own bill shows their commitment to India's 'Naari Shakti', Kharge said

Stop lying to the nation: Congress slams PM's address, cites MCC violation
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

10 top US scientists missing, Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern

Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump was briefed on the deaths and disappearances of key scientists, and more details will be available over the next week and a half

10 top US scientists missing, Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 10:22 PM IST

Iran stopped over 14 India-bound ships in Hormuz, hit one by gunfire

An Indian-flag carrying ship, which was hit by bullets fired by the IRGC while crossing the Strait of Hormuz, was carrying crude oil and window pane was broken, forcing it to return

Iran stopped over 14 India-bound ships in Hormuz, hit one by gunfire
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:53 PM IST

Govt sets up committee for expert advisory on India's AI governance

The TPEC, chaired by the Secretary, MeitY, brings together a carefully selected group of experts spanning academic research, the technology industry and digital policy

Govt sets up committee for expert advisory on India's AI governance
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:23 PM IST

Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill

"But unfortunately, this noble effort got derailed. DMK, Congress and their allies made it a target of hatred and petty politics," PM Modi charged

Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:06 PM IST

At Cabinet meet, PM Modi asks ministers to expose Oppn's anti-women stance

At a Cabinet meeting, the prime minister reaffirmed his government's support and commitment to get the women's reservation implemented in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

At Cabinet meet, PM Modi asks ministers to expose Oppn's anti-women stance
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 7:30 PM IST

USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit

The USFDA has concluded the inspection at our manufacturing facility located in Somerset, New Jersey, USA, Lupin said in a regulatory filing

USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 6:22 PM IST

Network18 Q4 FY26 results: Loss widens to ₹29.6 cr, revenue up 9.7% Y-o-Y

Its consolidated revenue from operations rose by 9.7 per cent to ₹615.78 crore in the March quarter compared to ₹561.32 crore in the corresponding quarter in the last fiscal

Network18 Q4 FY26 results: Loss widens to ₹29.6 cr, revenue up 9.7% Y-o-Y
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

ICICI Bank Q4FY26 result: Profit rises 9% to ₹14,755 cr as provisions drop

On a standalone basis, the second-largest private sector lender's net profit rose 8.5 per cent to Rs 13,702 crore compared to Rs 12,630 crore in the year-ago period

ICICI Bank Q4FY26 result: Profit rises 9% to ₹14,755 cr as provisions drop
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 4:17 PM IST

Centre okays UP potato procurement at ₹6,500/ton; raises gram limit in AP

In a separate decision, the Union Agriculture Ministry raised the procurement limit for gram in Andhra Pradesh to 1.13 lakh tonnes, up from the existing cap of 94,500 tonnes

Centre okays UP potato procurement at ₹6,500/ton; raises gram limit in AP
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 3:31 PM IST

PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota Bill defeat

Modi is expected to delve into the issue of implementation of women's quota and the happenings in Parliament, where opposition parties on Friday voted against the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill

PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota Bill defeat
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 3:19 PM IST

Hathway Cable Q4FY26 result: Net profit declines 67.7% to ₹11.25 crore

The company had posted a net profit of ₹34.8 crore in the January-March period a year ago, according to a regulatory filing by Hathway Cable, owned by Reliance Industries Group, on late Friday

Hathway Cable Q4FY26 result: Net profit declines 67.7% to ₹11.25 crore
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

Shows anti-women mentality: Kiren Rijiju slams Cong after quota bill defeat

The Union minister accused the Congress of having an anti-women mentality, and said it stands 'exposed' now

Shows anti-women mentality: Kiren Rijiju slams Cong after quota bill defeat
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 2:25 PM IST