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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.

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AI adoption in MSMEs can unlock over $500 bn economic value: Report

The report highlighted a clear gap between intent and action, noting that nearly 44 per cent of executives continue to allocate less than 10 per cent of their technology budgets to AI

AI adoption in MSMEs can unlock over $500 bn economic value: Report
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 11:28 AM IST

ACME Solar secures ₹4,725 crore funding for renewable energy projects

It has also got its first greenfield project financing for Acme from National Bank for Financing Infrastructure Development (NaBFID) of ₹800 crore for the 150 MW ACME Platinum Solar + ESS project

ACME Solar secures ₹4,725 crore funding for renewable energy projects
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 11:24 AM IST

Maharashtra FDA cancels 13 licences, suspends 32 medical stores in Nanded

In some cases, the FDA said, the medical stores have secured stay orders at the government level, and proceedings against them are currently pending before higher authorities

Maharashtra FDA cancels 13 licences, suspends 32 medical stores in Nanded
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:34 AM IST

Three Naxalites killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma

With the latest action, 284 Naxalites have been killed in encounters in Chhattisgarh so far this year

Three Naxalites killed in encounter with forces in Chhattisgarh's Sukma
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 10:19 AM IST

PNB scam: Belgium's top court rejects Choksi's appeal against extradition

As long as the person can fully argue his case on appeal, there is no legal violation, even if the first-instance procedure was imperfect, the apex court in Belgium said

PNB scam: Belgium's top court rejects Choksi's appeal against extradition
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:49 AM IST

No exemption to Muslim Waqf institutions from paying court fees: Gujarat HC

The high court said there is no blanket exemption from payment of court fees in respect of every application filed under section 83 of the Waqf Act, 1995, in Gujarat

No exemption to Muslim Waqf institutions from paying court fees: Gujarat HC
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 6:39 AM IST

Lok Sabha clears SHANTI Bill by voice vote amid Opposition walkout

The opposition contended that the government was putting citizens in harm by allowing suppliers of nuclear equipment to escape the liability net in case of a nuclear accident

Lok Sabha clears SHANTI Bill by voice vote amid Opposition walkout
Updated On : 18 Dec 2025 | 12:01 AM IST

Foreign varsities in India can save $113 billion in forex: Report

The report said that while international students have traditionally acted as a buffer to this downward pressure on domestic enrolment

Foreign varsities in India can save $113 billion in forex: Report
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 11:35 PM IST

Global trade getting weaponised through tariffs, says Sitharaman

India, she said, only safeguarded its domestic industries against flooding which happens from a "predator"

Global trade getting weaponised through tariffs, says Sitharaman
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 11:26 PM IST

Govt to use green-shoe option to divest 3% stake in Indian Overseas Bank

The OFS of Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) opened for subscription on Wednesday for non-retail investors at a floor price of Rs 34 per share.

Govt to use green-shoe option to divest 3% stake in Indian Overseas Bank
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 11:00 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2026: Tickets from Rs 100; Check IND ticket prices here

For the Super 8 matches and the semi-final scheduled at Eden Gardens, Premium Hospitality (B Premium) tickets have been priced at Rs 10,000.

T20 World Cup 2026: Tickets from Rs 100; Check IND ticket prices here
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 10:06 PM IST

India's textile, apparel exports rise 9.4% to $2.86 bn in November: Govt

In 2024-25, the overall size of the textile and apparel sector is estimated at $179 billion, comprising the domestic market of $142 billion and exports worth $37 billion

India's textile, apparel exports rise 9.4% to $2.86 bn in November: Govt
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 9:49 PM IST

FDI cap hike to 100% in insurance to boost coverage, jobs: Experts

The proposed FDI move will not only be instrumental in attracting fresh capital from overseas insurers but also facilitate the entry of more players, thereby spurring healthy competition

FDI cap hike to 100% in insurance to boost coverage, jobs: Experts
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 9:25 PM IST

BMS partners with Accenture to set up AI-driven content hub in Mumbai

The launch of Mosaic is a key component of BMS's ongoing $130 million strategic investment aimed at advancing its portfolio of AI initiatives and AI-enabled marketing capabilities

BMS partners with Accenture to set up AI-driven content hub in Mumbai
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 9:24 PM IST

Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill passed; way paved for 100% FDI in insurance

The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, was cleared by the Rajya Sabha with a voice vote, a day after it was passed by the Lok Sabha

Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill passed; way paved for 100% FDI in insurance
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 8:49 PM IST

India, Ethiopia share vision for peace, security and Global South: PM Modi

Modi, who arrived here on Tuesday on his maiden bilateral visit, said it was wonderful to be in Ethiopia, the land of lions, as he greeted lawmakers in the local language, 'Tena yistilign, Salaam'

India, Ethiopia share vision for peace, security and Global South: PM Modi
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 8:21 PM IST

At least 574 national highway projects behind completion schedule: Gadkari

Responding to a separate question, the road transport and highways minister said his ministry has constructed 3,468 km National Highways (NHs) during the current financial year up to October 2025

At least 574 national highway projects behind completion schedule: Gadkari
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 6:58 PM IST

Ban demolition work in NCR from Oct to Dec: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav

The minister asked all agencies to work in mission mode to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in the air quality index over the next one year

Ban demolition work in NCR from Oct to Dec: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 6:53 PM IST

Over 5,000 govt schools have zero enrolment; Telangana, Bengal top list

The broader category of schools with less than 10 or zero enrolment has also seen a sharp surge, reveals data shared by the education ministry in Parliament recently

Over 5,000 govt schools have zero enrolment; Telangana, Bengal top list
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 6:50 PM IST

India likely to record about 7 per cent growth in FY26: Gita Gopinath

Gopinath said that the IMF made its projection for India's growth before the National Statistical Office (NSO) came out with its July-September quarter growth rate of 8.2 per cent

India likely to record about 7 per cent growth in FY26: Gita Gopinath
Updated On : 17 Dec 2025 | 6:49 PM IST