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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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Bengaluru hotels face shutdown from March 10 amid commercial LPG shortage

This development comes amid rising energy costs and supply constraints caused by the West Asia conflict

Bengaluru hotels face shutdown from March 10 amid commercial LPG shortage
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

Air India, AI Express to operate 60 flights to West Asia on Tuesday

Amid the escalating Middle East conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran, airlines are operating services in a calibrated manner as there are airspace restrictions and closures in the region

Air India, AI Express to operate 60 flights to West Asia on Tuesday
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 10:56 PM IST

PM Modi speaks to Nepal leaders Rabi Lamichhane, Balendra Shah

In his telephonic conversations with the two leaders of Nepal, PM Modi said he was confident that with the joint endeavours, India-Nepal relations will scale new heights in the coming years

PM Modi speaks to Nepal leaders Rabi Lamichhane, Balendra Shah
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 9:39 PM IST

India emerges as world's second largest arms importer: SIPRI

The United States supplied 42 per cent of all international arms transfers during 2021-25, up from 36 per cent in 2016-20, it said

India emerges as world's second largest arms importer: SIPRI
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 8:26 PM IST

AAP MP Raghav Chadha urgers govt to open Udan Yatri Cafes at more airports

Raising the issue in the special mentions in Rajya Sabha, he lauded the Udan Yatri Cafes, a government-backed initiative providing affordable snacks and beverages at major Indian airports

AAP MP Raghav Chadha urgers govt to open Udan Yatri Cafes at more airports
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

Rajputana Stainless IPO subscribed 30% on Day 1; QIB portion nearly full

The IPO received bids for 63,04,430 shares, as against 2,09,00,000 shares on offer, as per NSE data

Rajputana Stainless IPO subscribed 30% on Day 1; QIB portion nearly full
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:35 PM IST

Tech Mahindra rubbishes market speculation on significant cut in headcount

Given the speculation, Tech Mahindra said it finds it necessary to clarify that no such proposal is under consideration

Tech Mahindra rubbishes market speculation on significant cut in headcount
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:32 PM IST

India's coal production may reach 1.5 billion tonnes by FY30: Kishan Reddy

The country's coal demand is expected to continue rising and is expected to peak around 2040, Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy said in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha

India's coal production may reach 1.5 billion tonnes by FY30: Kishan Reddy
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:27 PM IST

720 million basic savings bank accounts exempt from balance penalty: FM

During FY 202223 to FY 202425, Public Sector Banks (PSBs) have collected ₹8,092.83 crore from current account and savings account holders on account of non-maintenance of MAB

720 million basic savings bank accounts exempt from balance penalty: FM
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 6:16 PM IST

More small ships to West Asia from Apr 15 as freight rates jump 300%: FIEO

About 400 exporters participated in the meeting, as the crisis is impacting the movement of containers

More small ships to West Asia from Apr 15 as freight rates jump 300%: FIEO
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 6:13 PM IST

Raajmarg Infra InvIT IPO to open March 11; anchor portion domestically

The anchor book will open for subscription on March 10

Raajmarg Infra InvIT IPO to open March 11; anchor portion domestically
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

India's inter-regional transmission capacity to reach 143 GW by 2027: Govt

Naik also said that there are delays in several inter-state transmission system (ISTS) projects due to right-of-way (RoW) issues

India's inter-regional transmission capacity to reach 143 GW by 2027: Govt
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

India Energy Stack pilot to begin in five states next fiscal year: Govt

After the successful demonstration, India Energy Stack is envisaged to be rolled out across the country, the minister informed the Upper House

India Energy Stack pilot to begin in five states next fiscal year: Govt
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 5:27 PM IST

India ready for must-win match vs Chinese Taipei in AFC Women's Asian Cup

India women's football team face a must-win clash as they take on Chinese Taipei in their last Group C match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup here on Tuesday.

India ready for must-win match vs Chinese Taipei in AFC Women's Asian Cup
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Govt buys back G-secs worth ₹6,309 crore in RBI's switch auction

Government securities (G-Secs) are low-risk debt instruments that are issued by the government and offer fixed returns and are backed by a sovereign guarantee

Govt buys back G-secs worth ₹6,309 crore in RBI's switch auction
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 4:44 PM IST

RBI injects ₹50K cr durable liquidity in banking system via OMO purchases

The liquidity in the banking system, currently, is estimated to be in surplus of around Rs 2.41 trillion

RBI injects ₹50K cr durable liquidity in banking system via OMO purchases
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 4:40 PM IST

Customs issues norms for return of export cargo amid West Asia crisis

The field offices under the CBIC will recover all export incentives, including IGST, drawback, etc., manually from such cargo, if they have already been disbursed

Customs issues norms for return of export cargo amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 4:12 PM IST

Lok Sabha fails to take up resolution seeking Speaker Om Birla's removal

The House was adjourned for the day shortly after it reassembled at 3 pm, following an earlier adjournment due to relentless protests by opposition members

Lok Sabha fails to take up resolution seeking Speaker Om Birla's removal
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Hical Tech wins contract from Dassault to supply components for Rafale jets

The Bengaluru-based firm said that its inclusion in the Rafale programme positions India as a strategic contributor to one of the world's most operationally active fighter aircraft platforms

Hical Tech wins contract from Dassault to supply components for Rafale jets
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 3:46 PM IST

Nasscom asks IT firms to boost cyber readiness amid West Asia crisis

Companies are also advising employees to limit non-essential travel through the region and explore alternative transit routes where required

Nasscom asks IT firms to boost cyber readiness amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 3:41 PM IST