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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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Front-of-pack warnings can help consumers choose healthier options: Experts

Proposed FSSAI front-of-pack warning labels would flag packaged foods high in added sugar, added fat or salt to help consumers make informed choices

Front-of-pack warnings can help consumers choose healthier options: Experts
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 3:17 PM IST

RBI backs blockchain technology, remains cautious on crypto: Guv Malhotra

Sanjay Malhotra said RBI supports distributed ledger technology and tokenisation but remains wary of crypto assets over concerns about sovereignty, policy and capital flows in emerging economies

RBI backs blockchain technology, remains cautious on crypto: Guv Malhotra
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 2:26 PM IST

Govt to launch probe into Mamata's leg injury during 2021 polls: Bengal CM

The chief minister alleged that a medical report from Bangur Institute of Neuroscience showed no fracture or dislocation, and said he would share further details after the MCC ends on October 9

Govt to launch probe into Mamata's leg injury during 2021 polls: Bengal CM
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

Thiruvananthapuram to get direct AI Express flights to Riyadh, Bahrain

The airline will operate flights to Riyadh thrice a week and Bahrain twice a week, expanding Gulf connectivity from Kerala's capital, with bookings now open for both routes

Thiruvananthapuram to get direct AI Express flights to Riyadh, Bahrain
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 2:09 PM IST

Sebi to soon issue framework on CAS; receives over 3,500 comments

Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the market regulator would quickly examine responses to its consultation paper on changes to CAS, market timings and settlement of derivative contracts

Sebi to soon issue framework on CAS; receives over 3,500 comments
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

Today's financial resilience does not guarantee future stability: RBI guv

Speaking at the KEC 2026, Malhotra outlined five priorities for policymakers and called for continued vigilance against emerging systemic risks that are increasingly cross-border and interconnected

Today's financial resilience does not guarantee future stability: RBI guv
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 1:57 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi launches 'Satyagraha' platform to unite protests across India

The Congress leader urged citizens, students, farmers and marginalised communities to register their grievances on the digital platform, saying it would bring together voices fighting for their rights

Rahul Gandhi launches 'Satyagraha' platform to unite protests across India
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 1:25 PM IST

Sanctions, tariffs sometimes weaponised as policy tools: PK Mishra

P K Mishra said wars and disruptions around key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz expose India's energy security to risks, prompting the country to build stocks and diversify suppliers

Sanctions, tariffs sometimes weaponised as policy tools: PK Mishra
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

G20 discusses curbing excess capacity, dumping hurting fair trade: Goyal

Trade ministers discussed how government-backed overcapacity, predatory pricing and dumping affect manufacturers in India, the US and Europe, alongside reforms to the WTO, Goyal said

G20 discusses curbing excess capacity, dumping hurting fair trade: Goyal
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 12:43 PM IST

Nayara Energy increases petrol price by ₹5 per litre, diesel by ₹3

The fuel retailer, which operates 7,108 petrol pumps across India, has raised prices with immediate effect as higher international crude oil and refined-product costs put pressure on fuel margins

Nayara Energy increases petrol price by ₹5 per litre, diesel by ₹3
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

SCI to help India achieve ambition of becoming top shipping nation: Sonowal

At SCI's 65th anniversary, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the company would play a key role in India's shipbuilding ambitions, with its profit after tax expected to cross ₹2,000 cr in FY27

SCI to help India achieve ambition of becoming top shipping nation: Sonowal
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 11:54 AM IST

IIT-B student suicide: Mumbai police question professor Doolla for 10 hrs

Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, accused by the student's parents of harassment and caste-based discrimination, denied the allegations during questioning, police said

IIT-B student suicide: Mumbai police question professor Doolla for 10 hrs
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 11:24 AM IST

Narco-trafficking kingpin Navpreet Singh deported from Turkiye: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Singh had obtained Turkish citizenship under a fake identity and was involved in smuggling heroin and methamphetamine from Afghanistan to India

Narco-trafficking kingpin Navpreet Singh deported from Turkiye: Amit Shah
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 10:32 AM IST

Pargat Singh vows to strengthen Cong in Punjab as state chief, serve people

The former India hockey captain thanked the Congress leadership for the appointment and said he would work to strengthen the party and serve the people of Punjab

Pargat Singh vows to strengthen Cong in Punjab as state chief, serve people
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 9:36 AM IST

CJP's Dipke announces Delhi protest on Oct 10 if CEC Gyanesh Kumar stays

CJP leader Abhijeet Dipke said cockroaches from across India will march to Jantar Mantar on October 10 if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar does not resign

CJP's Dipke announces Delhi protest on Oct 10 if CEC Gyanesh Kumar stays
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 8:19 AM IST

Delhi Police detain nearly 1,000 during protest demanding CEC's removal

Political leaders, student groups and activists were among those detained near Jantar Mantar as they gathered to protest against alleged voter deletions during the SIR of electoral rolls

Delhi Police detain nearly 1,000 during protest demanding CEC's removal
Updated On : 03 Oct 2026 | 7:52 AM IST

Reliance plans ₹1 trillion investment in Andhra Pradesh, says Anant Ambani

He also said Reliance was investing in clean-energy projects in Rayalaseema and pursuing opportunities in advanced manufacturing

Reliance plans ₹1 trillion investment in Andhra Pradesh, says Anant Ambani
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 5:46 PM IST

TN CM launches expanded free bus travel for women, issues zero-fare tickets

The scheme aims to ensure that women across Tamil Nadu are not deprived of social and economic opportunities due to transport costs

TN CM launches expanded free bus travel for women, issues zero-fare tickets
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 2:45 PM IST

Amazon expands ultra-fast delivery service to more than 120 Indian cities

Amazon Now offers tens of thousands of products, including groceries, fruits and vegetables, frozen food, personal care items, fashion and beauty products, small appliances, and home and kitchen goods

Amazon expands ultra-fast delivery service to more than 120 Indian cities
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

India does not have structural excess manufacturing capacity: Piyush Goyal

He also said industrial capacity in itself is not the issue; however, distortions can arise where geographical concentration of production is driven by hidden subsidies and support

India does not have structural excess manufacturing capacity: Piyush Goyal
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 1:48 PM IST