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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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Rubio begins India visit, to hold crucial talks with Jaishankar in Mumbai

Rubio's second India visit this year comes amid persistent friction in bilateral ties

Rubio begins India visit, to hold crucial talks with Jaishankar in Mumbai
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 3:13 PM IST

Shafali Verma reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct in 2nd T20I

The 22-year-old was found to have breached Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during India's nine-wicket victory in Raipur on Sunday

Shafali Verma reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct in 2nd T20I
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 1:12 PM IST

PepsiCo India expects steady festive snack sales driven by new launches

The company has recently strengthened its ready-to-eat offerings on e-commerce platforms to make festive snacking more convenient

PepsiCo India expects steady festive snack sales driven by new launches
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

Pakistan cuts GDP growth estimate to 3.65 per cent in fiscal year 2026

The country's GDP registered modest growth alongside an increase in per capita income in dollar terms, reflecting a sluggish pace of recovery in country's overall output compared with previous year

Pakistan cuts GDP growth estimate to 3.65 per cent in fiscal year 2026
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 12:17 PM IST

9 injured in fire at 13-storey residential building in Mumbai's Kurla

The cause of the fire and extent of the damage are yet to be determined

9 injured in fire at 13-storey residential building in Mumbai's Kurla
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 12:10 PM IST

Mumbai cops to bring 3 accused in Tiger Shroff firing from Kota on Tuesday

The team, which obtained the requisite permission Monday evening, decided to stay in Kota to avoid travelling at night. It will return to Mumbai on Tuesday

Mumbai cops to bring 3 accused in Tiger Shroff firing from Kota on Tuesday
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 11:05 AM IST

Bhagwat warns protests may serve political interests, fuel social divisions

Bhagwat cited recent upheavals in Bangladesh, Nepal, France, and Albania, asserting that forces pursuing their own interests use regime change as a means to alter political circumstances

Bhagwat warns protests may serve political interests, fuel social divisions
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 11:04 AM IST

PM Modi greets people on Vijayadashami, wishes happiness and prosperity

The festival celebrates Lord Rama's vanquishing the 10-headed demon king Ravana, and symbolises the triumph of good over evil

PM Modi greets people on Vijayadashami, wishes happiness and prosperity
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 10:28 AM IST

India flags high unpaid UN dues, raises concern over 2026 liquidity crunch

India has raised concern over the UN's liquidity pressures, noting that unpaid regular budget assessments stood at $1.46 billion in 2026, with more than 90% owed by a single member state

India flags high unpaid UN dues, raises concern over 2026 liquidity crunch
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 10:23 AM IST

India urges vigilance on weapons tech transfers to terror-linked actors

The comments appeared to be a thinly veiled reference to Pakistan and the global proliferation network led by A Q Khan

India urges vigilance on weapons tech transfers to terror-linked actors
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 9:16 AM IST

Delhi Police transfers trespassing case against CJP leaders to Crime Branch

Police have now transferred the case to the Inter State Cell unit of Crime Branch for further investigation

Delhi Police transfers trespassing case against CJP leaders to Crime Branch
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 7:35 AM IST

Air India, IndiGo, AAIB to appear before parliamentary panel on Nov 2

Representatives of Air India, IndiGo, AAIB and BCAS will appear before a parliamentary panel on November 2 as part of its review of civil aviation sector public undertakings.

Air India, IndiGo, AAIB to appear before parliamentary panel on Nov 2
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 12:51 AM IST

Three Meitei men killed in Manipur militant ambush, protests erupt

Three Meitei villagers were killed and three injured in a militant ambush in Manipur, triggering protests outside the chief minister's residence as security forces launched a combing operation.

Three Meitei men killed in Manipur militant ambush, protests erupt
Updated On : 20 Oct 2026 | 12:49 AM IST

Piramal Finance Q2FY27 results: Net profit zooms 67% to ₹545 crore

Piramal Finance reports a 67% year-on-year jump in Q2 net profit to ₹545 crore, driven by strong core income growth, higher assets under management and improved cost efficiency

Piramal Finance Q2FY27 results: Net profit zooms 67% to ₹545 crore
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Punjab & Sind Bank Q2 net profit surges 40% to ₹412 cr on improved income

Punjab & Sind Bank reports a 40% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to ₹412 crore, supported by higher interest income and improved asset quality

Punjab & Sind Bank Q2 net profit surges 40% to ₹412 cr on improved income
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 11:21 PM IST

EAM S Jaishankar, Swift's CEO discuss facilitating smooth commerce

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets SWIFT CEO Javier Perez-Tasso in New Delhi to discuss global commerce and geopolitical challenges

EAM S Jaishankar, Swift's CEO discuss facilitating smooth commerce
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 10:49 PM IST

US is 'very close' to finalising a trade deal with India: Marco Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says India and the US are close to finalising a trade deal, with Russian oil purchases and tariff waivers among the key considerations

US is 'very close' to finalising a trade deal with India: Marco Rubio
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 10:44 PM IST

Just Dial Q2 profit declines 9.73% to ₹107.8 cr despite 13% revenue growth

Just Dial's revenue from operations rose 13.11 per cent to Rs 342.82 crore in Q2 FY27, while total expenses increased 14.6 per cent and net profit fell to Rs 107.8 crore

Just Dial Q2 profit declines 9.73% to ₹107.8 cr despite 13% revenue growth
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

Ireda Q2 net profit edges up at ₹554 crore, loan disbursements rise 31%

Ireda's loan disbursements rose 31 per cent to Rs 10,579 crore in the September quarter, while its loan book grew 15 per cent and net NPAs declined to 1.08 per cent from 1.97 per cent

Ireda Q2 net profit edges up at ₹554 crore, loan disbursements rise 31%
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 10:12 PM IST

Waaree Renewable Technologies Q2 net profit falls over 29% to ₹81 crore

Waaree Renewable Technologies' Q2FY27 net profit fell over 29% to ₹81.48 crore as higher expenses weighed on earnings, even as revenue rose to ₹1,057.84 crore.

Waaree Renewable Technologies Q2 net profit falls over 29% to ₹81 crore
Updated On : 19 Oct 2026 | 7:38 PM IST