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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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Iran stops India-bound ships in Hormuz, one hit by gunfire: Report

An Indian-flag carrying ship, which was hit by bullets fired by the IRGC while crossing the Strait of Hormuz, was carrying crude oil and window pane was broken, forcing it to return

Iran stops India-bound ships in Hormuz, one hit by gunfire: Report
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:30 PM IST

Govt sets up committee for expert advisory on India's AI governance

The TPEC, chaired by the Secretary, MeitY, brings together a carefully selected group of experts spanning academic research, the technology industry and digital policy

Govt sets up committee for expert advisory on India's AI governance
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:23 PM IST

Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill

"But unfortunately, this noble effort got derailed. DMK, Congress and their allies made it a target of hatred and petty politics," PM Modi charged

Noble effort derailed: PM Modi hits out at DMK, Cong on Women's quota Bill
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 8:06 PM IST

At Cabinet meet, PM Modi asks ministers to expose Oppn's anti-women stance

At a Cabinet meeting, the prime minister reaffirmed his government's support and commitment to get the women's reservation implemented in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

At Cabinet meet, PM Modi asks ministers to expose Oppn's anti-women stance
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 7:30 PM IST

USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit

The USFDA has concluded the inspection at our manufacturing facility located in Somerset, New Jersey, USA, Lupin said in a regulatory filing

USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 6:22 PM IST

Network18 Q4 FY26 results: Loss widens to ₹29.6 cr, revenue up 9.7% Y-o-Y

Its consolidated revenue from operations rose by 9.7 per cent to ₹615.78 crore in the March quarter compared to ₹561.32 crore in the corresponding quarter in the last fiscal

Network18 Q4 FY26 results: Loss widens to ₹29.6 cr, revenue up 9.7% Y-o-Y
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

ICICI Bank Q4FY26 result: Profit rises 9% to ₹14,755 cr as provisions drop

On a standalone basis, the second-largest private sector lender's net profit rose 8.5 per cent to Rs 13,702 crore compared to Rs 12,630 crore in the year-ago period

ICICI Bank Q4FY26 result: Profit rises 9% to ₹14,755 cr as provisions drop
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 4:17 PM IST

Centre okays UP potato procurement at ₹6,500/ton; raises gram limit in AP

In a separate decision, the Union Agriculture Ministry raised the procurement limit for gram in Andhra Pradesh to 1.13 lakh tonnes, up from the existing cap of 94,500 tonnes

Centre okays UP potato procurement at ₹6,500/ton; raises gram limit in AP
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 3:31 PM IST

PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota Bill defeat

Modi is expected to delve into the issue of implementation of women's quota and the happenings in Parliament, where opposition parties on Friday voted against the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill

PM Modi to address nation at 8:30 pm, day after women's quota Bill defeat
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 3:19 PM IST

Hathway Cable Q4FY26 result: Net profit declines 67.7% to ₹11.25 crore

The company had posted a net profit of ₹34.8 crore in the January-March period a year ago, according to a regulatory filing by Hathway Cable, owned by Reliance Industries Group, on late Friday

Hathway Cable Q4FY26 result: Net profit declines 67.7% to ₹11.25 crore
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

Defeated delimitation bill to defend 'idea of India': Rahul Gandhi

Rahul added that India that is Bharat, is a union of states, and every single state should have a voice, be free to express itself, and protect its tradition

Defeated delimitation bill to defend 'idea of India': Rahul Gandhi
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 2:28 PM IST

Shows anti-women mentality: Kiren Rijiju slams Cong after quota bill defeat

The Union minister accused the Congress of having an anti-women mentality, and said it stands 'exposed' now

Shows anti-women mentality: Kiren Rijiju slams Cong after quota bill defeat
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 2:25 PM IST

Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated: Priyanka Gandhi

She also demanded that the government implement the Women's Reservation Act of 2023 on the current strength of the Lok Sabha

Centre's conspiracy to change federal structure defeated: Priyanka Gandhi
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 1:57 PM IST

Andhra CM announces ₹40K per acre lease for Amaravati farmers under LPS

On April 10, Municipal Minister P Narayana said 31,150 farmers in total gave nearly 34,983 acres of land, which also included the 1,000 acres given by Pedaparimi village farmers under LPS

Andhra CM announces ₹40K per acre lease for Amaravati farmers under LPS
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 1:51 PM IST

SEC, Adanis seek extension, propose new briefing schedule in US case

SEC had sued Adani Group founder Gautam Adani and his nephew, Sagar, in November 2024, alleging they had misled investors by failing to disclose alleged bribery scheme tied to Indian state officials

SEC, Adanis seek extension, propose new briefing schedule in US case
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Both Houses of Parliament adjourned sine die, Budget session concludes

A three-day sitting of Parliament was held from April 16 to discuss and pass the bill along with two other enabling draft laws

Both Houses of Parliament adjourned sine die, Budget session concludes
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 12:33 PM IST

Pune Airport runway restored, ops resume after IAF incident: MoS Mohol

Runway at Pune Airport was briefly shut after an aircraft of Indian Air Force made hard landing

Pune Airport runway restored, ops resume after IAF incident: MoS Mohol
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 9:59 AM IST

CPI(M) demands judicial enquiry into Himachal Pradesh Chester-Hill 'scam'

The party's state unit also demanded the removal of the acting chief secretary, Sanjay Gupta, from the post, and threatened to launch agitation if prompt action was not taken in the matter

CPI(M) demands judicial enquiry into Himachal Pradesh Chester-Hill 'scam'
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 7:47 AM IST

Ukraine's top official meets Jaishankar, Doval on peace prospects

Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, considered close to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is on a visit to India

Ukraine's top official meets Jaishankar, Doval on peace prospects
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 7:28 AM IST

India joins the France, UK-led summit on securing Strait of Hormuz shipping

The summit was held at the Elysee Palace in Paris and chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

India joins the France, UK-led summit on securing Strait of Hormuz shipping
Updated On : 18 Apr 2026 | 7:11 AM IST