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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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India rejects China's 'mischievous' move to rename places in Arunachal

China's false claims and manufacturing of baseless narratives cannot alter undeniable reality, MEA added

India rejects China's 'mischievous' move to rename places in Arunachal
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 6:02 PM IST

Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP of threatening TMC candidates for support

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of intimidation, vote manipulation and plans to divide West Bengal, intensifying rhetoric ahead of assembly polls

Mamata Banerjee alleges BJP of threatening TMC candidates for support
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 5:28 PM IST

Patent application filings in India rise 30.2% to 143,000 in 2025-26: Goyal

The government has undertaken several measures to strengthen the patent ecosystem in the country, particularly aimed at startups, MSMEs and educational institutions

Patent application filings in India rise 30.2% to 143,000 in 2025-26: Goyal
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 4:24 PM IST

Asha Bhosle's demise creates huge void in world of music: President Murmu

Bhosle, 92, died on Sunday. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday evening due to chest infection and exhaustion, her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle said

Asha Bhosle's demise creates huge void in world of music: President Murmu
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 4:04 PM IST

Coal imports slip 8.5% in Feb amid record stockpiles, firm global prices

India's coal imports fall 8.5% in February as high domestic stockpiles and firm global prices curb demand, with adequate supplies easing power concerns

Coal imports slip 8.5% in Feb amid record stockpiles, firm global prices
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 4:03 PM IST

Losing 4 quick wickets was turning point: Venugopal Rao on DC's loss to CSK

Delhi Capitals Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao said losing four wickets in as many overs proved to be the turning point as they went down by 23 runs to Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match here.

Losing 4 quick wickets was turning point: Venugopal Rao on DC's loss to CSK
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 3:46 PM IST

IPL 2026: Rana fined 25% match fees, Gaikwad penalised during CSK vs DC

After his dismissal, a frustrated Rana confronted the fourth umpire for which he was also handed a demerit point.

IPL 2026: Rana fined 25% match fees, Gaikwad penalised during CSK vs DC
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 3:41 PM IST

IPL 2026: The boys were tired of losing - CSK bowling coach Simons

CSK snapped their losing streak with a commanding 23-run victory over Delhi Capitals here on Saturday night.

IPL 2026: The boys were tired of losing - CSK bowling coach Simons
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 3:36 PM IST

Inconclusive US-Iran talks, oil prices to steer markets this week: Analysts

Besides developments related to West Asia, crude oil prices would also dictate market trends in a holiday-shortened week ahead, they said

Inconclusive US-Iran talks, oil prices to steer markets this week: Analysts
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

Zero tolerance for harassment, staff accused in Nashik case suspended: TCS

The clarification comes in the wake of allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion by eight female employees at the multinational company's office in Nashik

Zero tolerance for harassment, staff accused in Nashik case suspended: TCS
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

TMC backs 'tukde-tukde' gang that threatened to snap Siliguri Corridor: PM

Addressing an election rally at the Kawakhali ground in the northern West Bengal city of Siliguri, Modi said the Centre was working to develop the corridor, which serves as a gateway to the Northeast

TMC backs 'tukde-tukde' gang that threatened to snap Siliguri Corridor: PM
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 2:33 PM IST

SIR country's biggest recent scam, says Mamata at Bengal poll rally

Addressing a rally at Khandaghosh in Purba Bardhaman district, Banerjee claimed that the BJP would "snatch everything" from the people of West Bengal if it came to power in the state

SIR country's biggest recent scam, says Mamata at Bengal poll rally
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 2:12 PM IST

Hawelia Group gets nod to complete stalled housing project in Greater Noida

Hawelia Group's takeover of this stalled project will benefit more than 2,000 homebuyers whose investments have been stuck for many years

Hawelia Group gets nod to complete stalled housing project in Greater Noida
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

Iran war, geopolitical upheaval to top agenda at naval commanders' meet

The commanders will also comprehensively review the Navy's operational posture to protect national maritime interests and capability development in line with national security objectives

Iran war, geopolitical upheaval to top agenda at naval commanders' meet
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Signature Global cuts net debt by 77% to ₹200 cr on better cash flow

According to its latest operational update, Signature Global's net debt was Rs 200 crore at the end of 2025-26 against Rs 880 crore as of March 31, 2025

Signature Global cuts net debt by 77% to ₹200 cr on better cash flow
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 1:42 PM IST

Mcap of 8 top valued firms jumps ₹4.13 trn; HDFC, ICICI Bank top gainers

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 4,230.7 points or 5.77 per cent, and the NSE Nifty surged 1,337.5 points or 5.88 per cent

Mcap of 8 top valued firms jumps ₹4.13 trn; HDFC, ICICI Bank top gainers
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 12:59 PM IST

Shell steps up LNG supplies to India, wins major fertiliser tenders

Besides fertiliser, Shell India also supplied gas to other industrial users and retailers. In March, it became India's largest supplier of imported gas

Shell steps up LNG supplies to India, wins major fertiliser tenders
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 12:53 PM IST

'India-UK free trade pact may come into force from second week of May'

While India has opened its market to various consumer goods, including chocolates, biscuits, and cosmetics, it will gain greater access to export products, such as textiles, footwear

'India-UK free trade pact may come into force from second week of May'
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

SC to hear on Monday pleas related to SIR of electoral rolls in Bengal

As per the apex court's cause list of April 13, the pleas would be heard by a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi

SC to hear on Monday pleas related to SIR of electoral rolls in Bengal
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

TCS makes 25,000 fresher offers in FY27, more hiring depends on demand: CEO

The largest information technology services company had hired 44,000 freshers in FY26, one of the highest by any private sector employer in the country, despite the headwinds it faced

TCS makes 25,000 fresher offers in FY27, more hiring depends on demand: CEO
Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 12:29 PM IST