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Press Trust of India

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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India, China should see each other as partners: Chinese foreign minister

Chinese Foreign Minister said both countries should stick to the direction set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping to improve relations without interference

India, China should see each other as partners: Chinese foreign minister
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:31 PM IST

'Every promise fulfilled': Punjab FM presents ₹2.60 trn budget for FY27

This is the last budget of the AAP government in Punjab before it goes to polls early 2027

'Every promise fulfilled': Punjab FM presents ₹2.60 trn budget for FY27
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:18 PM IST

West Asia crisis, crude prices likely to steer stock markets this week

Besides, global market trends and trading activity of foreign investors would also drive investors' sentiment

West Asia crisis, crude prices likely to steer stock markets this week
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

PM inaugurates, lays foundation stone of projects worth ₹15,200 cr in Delhi

The prime minister visited GPRA Type-5 quarters in Sarojini Nagar and handed over the keys to female allottees

PM inaugurates, lays foundation stone of projects worth ₹15,200 cr in Delhi
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:05 PM IST

Same-gender doctor matching may lower patient satisfaction: Study

Studies conducted in the past on in-person healthcare settings have shown that patients tend to report higher satisfaction when matched with doctors of the same gender

Same-gender doctor matching may lower patient satisfaction: Study
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:00 PM IST

Over 100k mature trees chopped in Assam in 10 years, experts raise concern

The Assam government said that all these trees were cut in dire necessity to develop projects

Over 100k mature trees chopped in Assam in 10 years, experts raise concern
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:59 AM IST

Congress slams govt over pollution, seeks review of air quality norms

Ramesh also said the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) itself needs a laser-like focus on PM2.5

Congress slams govt over pollution, seeks review of air quality norms
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:54 AM IST

Tensions in West Asia to impact Indian, other steel markets: BigMint

BigMint analysts said crude oil, LNG, and freight costs are rising simultaneously, transmitting cost pressure directly into steel and steel-related commodity markets

Tensions in West Asia to impact Indian, other steel markets: BigMint
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:45 AM IST

AC prices to rise 5-15% on expensive copper, weak rupee, new energy norms

The hikes, being rolled out between February and April, come just ahead of the peak summer season when demand typically surges

AC prices to rise 5-15% on expensive copper, weak rupee, new energy norms
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

Centre seeks response from WB govt on protocol lapses at President event

The MHA has asked WB chief secretary to furnish a response on the violations of the 'Blue Book' rules of protocol, venue and route arrangements

Centre seeks response from WB govt on protocol lapses at President event
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:27 AM IST

FPIs pull ₹21,000 cr in last four trading sessions amid West Asia conflict

The latest sell-off comes after foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) infused ₹22,615 crore into Indian equities in February, the highest monthly inflow in 17 months

FPIs pull ₹21,000 cr in last four trading sessions amid West Asia conflict
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:25 AM IST

Mcap of 8 top valued firms erodes by ₹2.81 trn, SBI biggest laggard

From the top-10 pack, Reliance Industries and Infosys were the only gainers

Mcap of 8 top valued firms erodes by ₹2.81 trn, SBI biggest laggard
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:21 AM IST

Cipla's US unit recalls 400+ cartons of generic anti-cancer drug: USFDA

Warren (New Jersey) based Cipla USA, Inc is recalling Nilotinib Capsules in two strengths (150 mg and 200 mg), the US health regulator said

Cipla's US unit recalls 400+ cartons of generic anti-cancer drug: USFDA
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:04 AM IST

Jaquar Group eyes scaling lighting business revenue to ₹1,700 cr in 3 yrs

The company, which has a portfolio that includes LED, commercial, outdoor, architectural and facade lighting, besides consumer lighting such as bulbs and tube lights, plans to expand its outdoor and l

Jaquar Group eyes scaling lighting business revenue to ₹1,700 cr in 3 yrs
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:58 AM IST

Nitish's son Nishant to join JD(U) today, buzz grows over deputy CM role

Nishant, an engineering graduate who is in his 40s, will join the JD(U) at its headquarters here in the presence of senior leaders

Nitish's son Nishant to join JD(U) today, buzz grows over deputy CM role
Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:54 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