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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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At least eight workers killed in Vizag steel plant as molten iron spills

"Eight workers were killed, and six others were injured, some of them grievously, an official told PTI

At least eight workers killed in Vizag steel plant as molten iron spills
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 10:17 PM IST

Grasim to invest ₹3,094 cr to expand Lyocell capacity in Karnataka

It will support Grasim to participate in the growing global demand for sustainable and high-performance textile materials

Grasim to invest ₹3,094 cr to expand Lyocell capacity in Karnataka
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 8:58 PM IST

Pakistan's human rights body raises alarm over violence, JAAC ban in PoK

The JAAC was outlawed on Friday by authorities, citing concerns over public order and security

Pakistan's human rights body raises alarm over violence, JAAC ban in PoK
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 6:35 PM IST

India records $7.1 bn current account surplus in Q4 FY26: RBI data

The surplus stood at $13.7 billion, or 1.4 per cent of GDP, in the fourth quarter of 2024-25

India records $7.1 bn current account surplus in Q4 FY26: RBI data
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 6:23 PM IST

Organic manure purchases by farmers jumped 3.5 times this kharif season

The stock is more than 51 per cent of the kharif season demand and this is significantly higher than the usual level of 33 per cent

Organic manure purchases by farmers jumped 3.5 times this kharif season
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 6:10 PM IST

Oil tanker with 24 Indian seafarers catches fire off Oman coast; all safe

The tanker was empty and located well outside the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route that has been affected by regional tensions

Oil tanker with 24 Indian seafarers catches fire off Oman coast; all safe
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 5:37 PM IST

Vedanta rebrands copper, nickel businesses as Vedanta Copper, Nickel

Vedanta Nico, renamed as Vedanta Nickel, will sharpen its focus on building a domestic nickel ecosystem and supporting the country's demand for critical minerals

Vedanta rebrands copper, nickel businesses as Vedanta Copper, Nickel
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 4:31 PM IST

India's engineering exports rise to $122 bn in FY26: Govt official

He said that engineering exports have expanded from nearly $70 billion in fiscal 2015 to $122.43 billion in the financial year ending March 31, 2026

India's engineering exports rise to $122 bn in FY26: Govt official
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 4:25 PM IST

Refex Mobility crosses ₹100 cr revenue mark, posts 2.5x growth in FY26

Refex Mobility crossed ₹100 crore revenue in FY26, driven by rapid EV fleet expansion, enterprise demand and growth in app-based cab rentals

Refex Mobility crosses ₹100 cr revenue mark, posts 2.5x growth in FY26
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 4:02 PM IST

India's auto retail sales reach record high in May, EV share tops 11%

India's auto retail sales hit a record 25.3 lakh units in May, with EV penetration crossing 11% for the first time amid rising demand for fuel-efficient vehicles

India's auto retail sales reach record high in May, EV share tops 11%
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 3:43 PM IST

SpiceJet plans to induct 3 Airbus A320 planes on damp lease in July

The company has already finalised a lease agreement (with the lessor) for these three narrowbody planes, the airline said in a statement

SpiceJet plans to induct 3 Airbus A320 planes on damp lease in July
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 3:41 PM IST

Over 580 mn Jan Dhan accounts bring crores of Indian into banking system: FM

The Jan Dhan scheme has ensured that benefits under welfare schemes, low-cost insurance, and pensions reach without leakages, the Finance Minister's office said

Over 580 mn Jan Dhan accounts bring crores of Indian into banking system: FM
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 3:18 PM IST

Bandhan Bank opens 8 new branches across 4 states, expands network to 1,984

The bank said four of the new branches were opened in Karnataka, two in Delhi, and one each in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, as part of its expansion strategy

Bandhan Bank opens 8 new branches across 4 states, expands network to 1,984
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 2:59 PM IST

Centre has coal reserves for 80 days of power generation: Kishan Reddy

Highlighting the importance of critical minerals, Reddy said that the Centre is identifying critical mineral reserves and undertaking exploration activities

Centre has coal reserves for 80 days of power generation: Kishan Reddy
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 2:33 PM IST

Indore to host Brics meet on food security, farmer welfare: Shivraj Chouhan

The discussions under India's presidency will include a three-day agriculture working group meeting from June 9 and a two-day Brics ministerial meeting from June 12

Indore to host Brics meet on food security, farmer welfare: Shivraj Chouhan
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 2:25 PM IST

Heat, humidity during India's monsoon may extend summer heat stress: Study

The study shows that from 1979 to 2021, uncompensable heat stress has become more frequent and is significantly affecting more areas across India

Heat, humidity during India's monsoon may extend summer heat stress: Study
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 2:18 PM IST

TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray quits party, steps down as Rajya Sabha member

In his resignation letter, Ray said he was relinquishing his parliamentary membership and severing association with the TMC

TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray quits party, steps down as Rajya Sabha member
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

Kharge calls for unity in INDIA bloc to confront challenges facing country

Kharge charged that the assault on the Constitution continues and probe agencies are persistently being used as tools to harass, intimidate, and bully political opponents

Kharge calls for unity in INDIA bloc to confront challenges facing country
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 1:35 PM IST

Capital markets emerging as key avenue for household savings: Sebi chief

Pandey said household financial savings as a share of GDP increased to 21.7 per cent in FY25 from around 20 per cent in FY23, aided by broader participation across financial instruments

Capital markets emerging as key avenue for household savings: Sebi chief
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 1:35 PM IST

Landlord not liable for tenant's environmental breaches: SC backs NGT order

A bench of Justices Satish Chandra Sharma and Sanjeev Sachdeva refused to interfere with the Tribunal's November 14, 2025 order

Landlord not liable for tenant's environmental breaches: SC backs NGT order
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 12:23 PM IST