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Press Trust of India

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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Need to update public services to achieve 'Viksit Bharat': PM Modi

Modi stated that the principle of governance in the country is based on the mantra "Nagrik Devo Bhavah" (citizens are like gods)

Need to update public services to achieve 'Viksit Bharat': PM Modi
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Foreign fund inflow in Indian real estate falls 75% in Jan-Mar: Colliers

Colliers data showed that the total institutional investments in real estate fell drastically by 61% to $1.6 bn in January-March from $4.2 bn in the preceding October-December quarter of 2025

Foreign fund inflow in Indian real estate falls 75% in Jan-Mar: Colliers
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

SC slams Bengal govt over gherao of judicial officials, calls it calculated

Observing that the law and order machinery in the state has 'broken down', the CJI came down hard on state officials for their delayed action in the Malda 'hostage' issue

SC slams Bengal govt over gherao of judicial officials, calls it calculated
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

Not mandatory to install pre-paid power meters: Govt in Lok Sabha

In response to a question on how poor farmers, who rely on daily earnings, would manage to pay for electricity, Power Minster explained that options for small recharges of 5 to 10 days are available

Not mandatory to install pre-paid power meters: Govt in Lok Sabha
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:18 PM IST

LDF pledges ₹3,000 pension; jobs, growth push in Kerala poll manifesto

In its current manifesto, the CPI(M)-led LDF says it plans to identify around five lakh of the poorest families and help them rise above poverty through targeted support

LDF pledges ₹3,000 pension; jobs, growth push in Kerala poll manifesto
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen

CAG recently observed that the ECHS is not receiving adequate funding; yet, the government refused to explain why necessary funds for ex-servicemen's healthcare are not being allocated, Gandhi said

Rahul Gandhi flags deficiencies in health scheme for ex-servicemen
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

Isro invites Indian researchers to study data from Aditya-L1 mission

Proposals can be submitted by Indian scientists and researchers based at institutes, universities, or colleges in India

Isro invites Indian researchers to study data from Aditya-L1 mission
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

Congress-led UDF releases manifesto for Kerala Assembly elections

Congress leader V D Satheesan said that ₹25 lakh insurance scheme will be provided to every family in Kerala, and small businesses will get an interest-free loan of ₹5 lakh

Congress-led UDF releases manifesto for Kerala Assembly elections
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:12 AM IST

3 killed as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in UP's Kushinagar

According to police, the devotees were travelling from Mamkhor Barhara village in Maharajganj district's Ghughli area to attend the Chaitra Ram Navami Varni fair at Bhaisaha Ghat

3 killed as trolley carrying devotees plunges into canal in UP's Kushinagar
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

India's defence exports hit record ₹38,424 cr in FY26: Rajnath Singh

With DPSUs (defence public sector undertakings) contributing 54.84% and private industry 45.16%, this milestone showcases the power of a collaborative and self-reliant defence ecosystem, Rajnath added

India's defence exports hit record ₹38,424 cr in FY26: Rajnath Singh
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:47 AM IST

WB polls: Shah to join Suvendu Adhikari's nomination filing in Bhabanipur

The roadshow will pass through different parts of Bhabanipur before ending at the Survey Building, where Adhikari will file his nomination papers

WB polls: Shah to join Suvendu Adhikari's nomination filing in Bhabanipur
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

US state of Nebraska recognises Diwali in landmark legislative move

While Hindus account for less than one per cent of Nebraska's population, the passage of resolution LR 424 signals an 'era of deep cultural integration and respect'

US state of Nebraska recognises Diwali in landmark legislative move
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 9:21 AM IST

Cash, liquor, narcotics worth over ₹274 cr seized in Bengal ahead of polls

The elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly will be held in two phases April 23 and April 29. Votes will be counted on May 4

Cash, liquor, narcotics worth over ₹274 cr seized in Bengal ahead of polls
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

Delhi govt rolls out 'Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana' to support girls' education

In a gazette notification issued on March 30, the Department of Women and Child Development detailed the 'Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Scheme Rules', which came into force from Wednesday

Delhi govt rolls out 'Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana' to support girls' education
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Lok Sabha passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill to change 784 provisions

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed a bill to amend certain provisions in different laws for decriminalising and rationalising minor offences to further promote ease of doing business and living

Lok Sabha passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill to change 784 provisions
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Navy was minutes away from striking Pak: Admiral Tripathi on Op Sindoor

Navy chief flags near-strike moment during Operation Sindoor, warns of rising maritime instability

Navy was minutes away from striking Pak: Admiral Tripathi on Op Sindoor
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:40 PM IST

Tata Power resumes ops at 4,150 Mw Mundra thermal plant after 9 months

Operations resume after nine months as PPAs and peak summer demand revive plant

Tata Power resumes ops at 4,150 Mw Mundra thermal plant after 9 months
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:32 PM IST

Centre cracks down on fertiliser black-marketing, reviews MSP procurement

He stressed that registration must go beyond PM-Kisan beneficiaries to include all eligible farmers, an official statement sai

Centre cracks down on fertiliser black-marketing, reviews MSP procurement
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:24 PM IST

India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise

Prime Minister Modi also filled his self-enumeration details in the presence of the officials

India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

India's telecom imports from China rose to $6.37 billion in FY24: Govt

He also noted the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Telecom and Networking Products, and for Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing (LSEM)

India's telecom imports from China rose to $6.37 billion in FY24: Govt
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 9:31 PM IST