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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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PM Modi, President Murmu extend greetings on International Women's Day

PM greets 'Nari Shakti' on International Women's Day, hails women's role in nation building

PM Modi, President Murmu extend greetings on International Women's Day
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:46 AM IST

Al-Falah chairman gets two-week interim bail in money laundering case

Additional Sessions Judge Sheetal Chaudhary Pradhan on Saturday granted the relief to Siddiqui, noting that his wife was undergoing chemotherapy and required support during treatment

Al-Falah chairman gets two-week interim bail in money laundering case
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:44 AM IST

Swiggy, magicpin, Zomato see food delivery regain growth momentum in Q3FY26

With continued investments in marketing, product innovation, and value-led propositions, industry executives said the sector expects the momentum in order growth to sustain

Swiggy, magicpin, Zomato see food delivery regain growth momentum in Q3FY26
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:43 AM IST

'Sufficient fertilisers now, problems may arise if West Asia war prolongs'

The prolonged conflict could cause significant damage to the global economy, according to analysts

'Sufficient fertilisers now, problems may arise if West Asia war prolongs'
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:35 AM IST

Euler Motors calls for relaxation of auto PLI criteria for EV startups

In terms of products, Euler Motors has both electric four-wheeler and three-wheeler commercial cargo vehicles, which are covered under the PLI scheme

Euler Motors calls for relaxation of auto PLI criteria for EV startups
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:27 AM IST

Climate change hits women hardest, funding support inadequate: UNGCNI

In 2025, a UN women report warned that under a worst-case climate scenario, up to 158.3 million more women and girls may live in extreme poverty globally as a result of climate change by 2050

Climate change hits women hardest, funding support inadequate: UNGCNI
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:10 AM IST

Kerala unveils 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to safeguard students in AI era

This comprehensive framework is designed to ensure a secure digital learning environment and robust cyber defences for students across Kerala's public school system

Kerala unveils 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to safeguard students in AI era
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 9:36 AM IST

NHRC chief pitches for complete overhaul of Paris Principles amid conflicts

The Paris Principles are a set of standards for National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) developed by the United Nations in 1993

NHRC chief pitches for complete overhaul of Paris Principles amid conflicts
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 8:55 AM IST

Badminton at its toughest, and Lakshya at his bravest: Vimal Kumar

Battling painful blisters on his foot and severe cramps, a gritty Sen overcame Lai to storm into the final of the All England Open in Birmingham

Badminton at its toughest, and Lakshya at his bravest: Vimal Kumar
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 8:47 AM IST

T20 WC final, IND-NZ: 3,000 cops, anti-drone systems deployed in Ahmedabad

Addressing reporters ahead of the contest, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik said on Saturday that elaborate security arrangements have been put in place.

T20 WC final, IND-NZ: 3,000 cops, anti-drone systems deployed in Ahmedabad
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 8:37 AM IST

Braveheart Lakshya downs Lai in epic battle to enter All England Open final

It will be Lakshya's second appearance in the All England final after finishing runner up at the 2022 edition.

Braveheart Lakshya downs Lai in epic battle to enter All England Open final
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 8:29 AM IST

Balendra Shah's RSP makes history with landmark victory in Nepal election

Popularly known as "Balen", the 35-year-old prime-ministerial candidate of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) defeated four-time former prime minister K P Sharma Oli

Balendra Shah's RSP makes history with landmark victory in Nepal election
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 8:07 AM IST

Citizens paying for PM's foreign policy failures: Cong on LPG price hike

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the price of domestic LPG cylinders has been hiked by Rs 60 and claimed that a profit of ₹115 is earned in commercial LPG

Citizens paying for PM's foreign policy failures: Cong on LPG price hike
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 6:39 AM IST

West Asia crisis: 52,000 Indians returned after partial opening of airspace

MEA urged all Indian nationals in the region to follow the guidelines of the local authorities and the advisories issued by the Indian missions

West Asia crisis: 52,000 Indians returned after partial opening of airspace
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 6:28 AM IST

Women key drivers of national development today: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Indian culture has long regarded women as symbols of strength, creation and values. Ancient texts and traditions reflect the respect accorded to women in society, Gupta said

Women key drivers of national development today: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

Taranjit Singh Sandhu likely to take charge as Delhi LG on Mar 11

Sandhu's appointment was part of a major reshuffle of gubernatorial posts effected in several states and Union territories by the president late Thursday night

Taranjit Singh Sandhu likely to take charge as Delhi LG on Mar 11
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 11:17 PM IST

Maharashtra outstanding debt seen rising to ₹11.02 trillion in FY27: Budget

As per the document, revenue receipts for 2026-27 have been estimated at ₹6,16,098 crore, while revenue expenditure is pegged at ₹6,56,651 crore, resulting in a revenue deficit of ₹40,552 crore

Maharashtra outstanding debt seen rising to ₹11.02 trillion in FY27: Budget
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 11:14 PM IST

Middle East conflict: 100 flights cancelled at Delhi, Mumbai airports

As many as 35 departures and 36 arrivals were cancelled at the Mumbai airport while 22 departures and 17 arrivals were cancelled at the Delhi airport, according to officials

Middle East conflict: 100 flights cancelled at Delhi, Mumbai airports
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

AI, cyber, space tech reshaping future battlefields: Southern Command chief

The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command was reviewing the Winter Term Passing Out Parade at Officers Training Academy (OTA), Gaya, an official release said

AI, cyber, space tech reshaping future battlefields: Southern Command chief
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 11:05 PM IST

Judiciary must protect environment but not hinder development: CJI

The jurist was here for the inauguration of a refurbished library in memory of Justice Kuldip Singh, often hailed as the 'Green Judge' of the Supreme Court

Judiciary must protect environment but not hinder development: CJI
Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 9:50 PM IST