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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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PM inaugurates Samrat Samprati Museum dedicated to Jain heritage in Gujarat

PM Modi said the newly built Samrat Samprati Museum in Gujarat sends a strong message of peace and non-violence at a time when the world is "engulfed in the flames of instability and unrest"

PM inaugurates Samrat Samprati Museum dedicated to Jain heritage in Gujarat
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 1:43 PM IST

Indian-origin Mangala Kuppa appointed as CIO of US labour department

Kuppa, who also serves as the department's Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, was appointed earlier this month

Indian-origin Mangala Kuppa appointed as CIO of US labour department
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:49 AM IST

Israel conducts fresh strikes in Iran, US targets key military infra

The attacks were testament to the intensity of the monthlong war the US and Israel launched against Iran, which has maintained its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz

Israel conducts fresh strikes in Iran, US targets key military infra
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:46 AM IST

Development vs discord: Battle for key north Bengal seats heats up

As the assembly polls dates, April 23 and 29, are approaching, the political mercury in this strategic gateway to the Northeast is rising fast, with every party digging in for a fierce fight

Development vs discord: Battle for key north Bengal seats heats up
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:36 AM IST

Lupin gets tentative nod from USFDA for generic Sugammadex injection

It is used for the reversal of neuromuscular blockade induced by rocuronium bromide and vecuronium bromide in adults and pediatric patients aged 2 years and older undergoing surgery

Lupin gets tentative nod from USFDA for generic Sugammadex injection
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:15 AM IST

PM Modi condoles death of ex-Suriname president Chandrikapersad Santokhi

Santokhi, 67, who was the president of Suriname from 2020 to 2025, died on Monday

PM Modi condoles death of ex-Suriname president Chandrikapersad Santokhi
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 11:05 AM IST

BJP releases list of 13 more candidates for West Bengal Assembly polls

According to the list, Shyamal Hati will contest from Howrah Dakshin, Girija Shankar Roy from Natabari and Ashutosh Barma from Sitai

BJP releases list of 13 more candidates for West Bengal Assembly polls
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 10:29 AM IST

'Secure, developed Assam': BJP releases manifesto for 2026 Assembly polls

BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' comprises 31 promises, including the recovery of encroached land from Bangladeshi Miyas, bringing in Uniform Civil Code, and ensuring the development of the state

'Secure, developed Assam': BJP releases manifesto for 2026 Assembly polls
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 10:23 AM IST

Sathya Agencies files preliminary draft papers with Sebi for ₹600 crore IPO

The proposed IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating to ₹300 crore and an offer for sale of equity shares worth ₹300 crore by promoters, taking the total offer size to ₹600 crore

Sathya Agencies files preliminary draft papers with Sebi for ₹600 crore IPO
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 9:47 AM IST

'Red' letter day: Naxals wiped out in Chhattisgarh by deadline, says Dy CM

The last remaining 15 to 20 individuals are in the process of rehabilitation, said Sharma, who also holds the Home portfolio

'Red' letter day: Naxals wiped out in Chhattisgarh by deadline, says Dy CM
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 9:37 AM IST

Iran alleges US strike hit Mahan Air plane bound for aid mission to India

The plane was reportedly scheduled to fly to New Delhi this week to pick up essential medical supplies and aid for Iranian people, they said

Iran alleges US strike hit Mahan Air plane bound for aid mission to India
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 6:56 AM IST

PM Modi, Dutch PM Rob Jetten discuss strategic ties in phone conversation

Jetten was sworn in as the prime minister of the Netherlands last month. He is the youngest leader to hold the top post in the European nation

PM Modi, Dutch PM Rob Jetten discuss strategic ties in phone conversation
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 9:08 PM IST

India, Russia review strategic partnership amid West Asia crisis

The escalating conflict in West Asia is learnt to have figured prominently in Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko's meetings in New Delhi including with EAM S Jaishankar

India, Russia review strategic partnership amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 9:02 PM IST

Phase one of Census 2027 to have 33 questions for citizens, says govt

Citizens can also give information through self-enumeration in 16 languages during the 15-day window preceding the start of HLO in their respective state or Union Territory

Phase one of Census 2027 to have 33 questions for citizens, says govt
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 8:35 PM IST

Govt extends Indian Potash STE status for urea imports till March 2027

The move is important as the West Asia crisis has disrupted global fertiliser trade

Govt extends Indian Potash STE status for urea imports till March 2027
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 7:25 PM IST

Flipkart appoints Smita Ojha, Amit Sharma as VPs to scale tech operations

The appointments are aimed at scaling the company's core technology and fuelling long-term value creation, Flipkart said in a statement

Flipkart appoints Smita Ojha, Amit Sharma as VPs to scale tech operations
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 7:21 PM IST

Bengal has not yet issued notification for conducting Census: RGI Narayan

Asked about West Bengal, he said we have until September 30 to complete the first-phase process

Bengal has not yet issued notification for conducting Census: RGI Narayan
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 7:14 PM IST

All banking cos to deduct TDS on interest income beyond Rs 50,000 a year

In a post on X, the IT department said under Section 402 of the new Income Tax Act, 2025, a "banking company" refers to a company to which the provisions of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, apply

All banking cos to deduct TDS on interest income beyond Rs 50,000 a year
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 6:55 PM IST

West Asia conflict: 8 Indian lives lost in 'various incidents', says MEA

The MEA on Monday reiterated that it continues to closely monitor the evolving situation in the Gulf and West Asia region

West Asia conflict: 8 Indian lives lost in 'various incidents', says MEA
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 6:32 PM IST

Congress flags Registrar General remarks, opposes rush on amendment bills

Ramesh's remarks come amid efforts by the government to reach a consensus on amending the women's quota law for its early implementation

Congress flags Registrar General remarks, opposes rush on amendment bills
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 6:30 PM IST