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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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FSSAI proposes banning addition of fructose, sucrose in baby food products

The objective is to strengthen nutritional safeguards for infants, according to a statement from Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

FSSAI proposes banning addition of fructose, sucrose in baby food products
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 5:50 PM IST

India to keep Russian oil imports near current levels after Trump waiver

India imported 1.82 million barrels per day of Russian crude in September, and Kpler expects October volumes at 1.8-1.9 million bpd after Trump waived sanctions and tariffs on major buyers

India to keep Russian oil imports near current levels after Trump waiver
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Hybrids, CNG may contribute 50% of sales in 2-3 years: Renault India CEO

Renault India CEO Stephane Deblaise said hybrid and CNG could together account for half of the company's powertrain mix in 2-3 years, as the automaker expands beyond petrol vehicles

Hybrids, CNG may contribute 50% of sales in 2-3 years: Renault India CEO
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 2:10 PM IST

CJI Surya Kant urges law graduates to uphold justice, remain true to values

Addressing NLSIU's 34th annual convocation, the Chief Justice of India said legal education must prepare graduates to engage with diverse perspectives and listen to voices often overlooked

CJI Surya Kant urges law graduates to uphold justice, remain true to values
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 2:04 PM IST

Centre revises Ladakh hill council rules, allows 7-24 elected members

The amended regulation allows the Ladakh administration to determine elected seats in each council, nominate up to four members from women and unrepresented communities, and extend the 5-year term

Centre revises Ladakh hill council rules, allows 7-24 elected members
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 1:52 PM IST

Delhi court issues bailable warrants against Dhruv Rathee in 2018 case

The case was filed by BJP IT Cell member Vikas Pandey over a YouTube video; the court issued the warrant after a process server reported that Rathee's Gurugram residence was locked

Delhi court issues bailable warrants against Dhruv Rathee in 2018 case
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 1:37 PM IST

FSSAI initiates legal action against Priyagold maker over cattle feed bran

FSSAI said Surya Food & Agro used cattle feed bran in Priyagold biscuits, Dodla Dairy's full cream milk sample was substandard, and pesticide residues were found in raisins sold by UEIR Organic Foods

FSSAI initiates legal action against Priyagold maker over cattle feed bran
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 1:35 PM IST

Delhi Police files multiple FIRs over CJP's 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

Police said a crowd gathered in and around Connaught Place despite repeated announcements to disperse, violating prohibitory orders imposed under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

Delhi Police files multiple FIRs over CJP's 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

Trump's sanctions waiver offers India temporary relief, no certainty: GTRI

The think tank said the waiver offers temporary relief from threatened additional duties of up to 100% but leaves US free to revive the tariff threat, urging India to prioritise energy security

Trump's sanctions waiver offers India temporary relief, no certainty: GTRI
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

India rejects UN expert's report on youth freedom, asks to verify claims

New Delhi objected to UN Special Rapporteur Gina Romero's report, which cited claims that young people in India face retaliation or stigma for discussing mental health and gender justice

India rejects UN expert's report on youth freedom, asks to verify claims
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 11:30 AM IST

IDBI Bank sale to Fairfax: FinMin cites 2003 law, Delhi HC judgment

The Cabinet has approved the sale of a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank to Canada's Fairfax Financial Holdings for about ₹53,000 crore, citing the 2003 law and a 2018 Delhi High Court ruling

IDBI Bank sale to Fairfax: FinMin cites 2003 law, Delhi HC judgment
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 11:07 AM IST

Gujarat chemical plant blast kills 5, injures 5 in Bharuch district

The explosion occurred during a hydrogenation process at SynZeal Pharmachem in Bharuch's Saykha GIDC area around 10 pm on Friday, rupturing a reactor tank, triggering a methylene dichloride gas leak

Gujarat chemical plant blast kills 5, injures 5 in Bharuch district
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 11:04 AM IST

BJP veteran LK Advani admitted to Delhi hospital with pulmonary issues

The former deputy prime minister was admitted to Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Jasola Vihar around 7.30 pm on Friday and is undergoing treatment, the hospital said

BJP veteran LK Advani admitted to Delhi hospital with pulmonary issues
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 10:29 AM IST

Bengal Durga Puja business booms for big organisers, smaller committees lag

Advertising rates at prominent pujas rose at least 20% with the spread of LED displays, while around 30% of outdoor ad slots at smaller celebrations remained vacant amid tighter brand spending

Bengal Durga Puja business booms for big organisers, smaller committees lag
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 10:25 AM IST

Protests against CEC, SIR will continue despite interventions: Prakash Raj

Speaking at a protest in Thiruvananthapuram, the actor-activist said young people would continue to protest peacefully against CEC Gyanesh Kumar and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

Protests against CEC, SIR will continue despite interventions: Prakash Raj
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 9:55 AM IST

Satcom row: Starlink says India infra has govt approvals, ready for launch

Musk-led Starlink says it has built dedicated infrastructure with requisite govt approvals after Reliance Industries welcomed satcom competition but stressed that all operators must comply with laws

Satcom row: Starlink says India infra has govt approvals, ready for launch
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 9:01 AM IST

Neha Bora released, Dipke to be produced before SEM court: Delhi Police

Both were taken into preventive custody ahead of the 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest march at Connaught Place on Friday; police initiated action against Dipke under BNSS provisions before arresting him

Neha Bora released, Dipke to be produced before SEM court: Delhi Police
Updated On : 17 Oct 2026 | 8:48 AM IST

Urban Company Q2 net loss widens to ₹182.48 crore; revenue up 41.4%

Urban Company's Q2 FY27 net loss widened to ₹182.48 crore despite a 41.4% rise in revenue to ₹537.29 crore. Its board approved a fundraise of up to ₹2,500 crore through QIP.

Urban Company Q2 net loss widens to ₹182.48 crore; revenue up 41.4%
Updated On : 16 Oct 2026 | 11:54 PM IST

Satcom row: Reliance welcomes competition, says Indian laws apply to all

Reliance Industries welcomed competition from Elon Musk's Starlink in India's satellite communications market but stressed that all operators must comply with Indian laws.

Satcom row: Reliance welcomes competition, says Indian laws apply to all
Updated On : 16 Oct 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

Plea on air fare spikes: Centre informs Supreme Court new rules approved

Regulations aim to bring transparency in air fares, related charges

Plea on air fare spikes: Centre informs Supreme Court new rules approved
Updated On : 16 Oct 2026 | 11:25 PM IST