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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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Projects worth ₹17,000 crore announced in Vidarbha to boost economy

Fadnavis said Vidarbha has abundant mineral wealth, and the two projects set to come up in Bhadravati aim to utilise these resources in a pollution-free manner

Projects worth ₹17,000 crore announced in Vidarbha to boost economy
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:53 PM IST

PCB rejects claims of fines for players after T20 World Cup elimination

The Pakistan Cricket Board on Saturday denied the imposition of fines on members of its T20 World Cup squad for not reaching the semifinals of the tournament.

PCB rejects claims of fines for players after T20 World Cup elimination
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:24 PM IST

Brigade Group enters industrial realty with 25-acre park in Bengaluru

The park would offer around 2 million square feet of leasable space and will cater to the high-growth industrial sectors of the region, including aerospace and defence, IT/ITES, and data centres

Brigade Group enters industrial realty with 25-acre park in Bengaluru
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:22 PM IST

PCB set to take legal action against Muzarabani over contract breach

A reliable source in the board said on Saturday that the legal department had been instructed to file a case against the Zimbabwean, who has now inked a contract with the Knight Riders.

PCB set to take legal action against Muzarabani over contract breach
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:21 PM IST

KKR was wrong to let Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt leave: Anil Kumble

Iyer exited KKR to join Punjab Kings, whom he led to their first appearance in the IPL final in nearly a decade in the last edition, while Phil Salt, another vital cog in KKR's success moved to RCB.

KKR was wrong to let Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt leave: Anil Kumble
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:16 PM IST

VA TECH WABAG wins ₹1,000 crore ADB-funded Chennai water grid project

The order is to develop a looped transmission network under the Chennai Climate Resilient Water Security and Sewerage Project (CCRWSSP) for Greater Chennai City

VA TECH WABAG wins ₹1,000 crore ADB-funded Chennai water grid project
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:09 PM IST

Curb Hesson's absolute say in picking teams: Pakistan's national selectors

Pakistan's national selectors are not happy with the absolute authority given to the white-ball head coach Mike Hesson in the selection of players.

Curb Hesson's absolute say in picking teams: Pakistan's national selectors
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 6:08 PM IST

Hettich opens new Indore plant; eyes India as key global manufacturing hub

This is Hettich's first dedicated undermount drawer runner manufacturing facility in India and forms part of the company's overall investment of approximately ₹2,000 crore in the country

Hettich opens new Indore plant; eyes India as key global manufacturing hub
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:35 PM IST

Gujarat reports more than 200K malnourished children in 20 of 34 districts

In one year, as many as 1,164 malnourished children were added in Kheda and Chhotaudepur districts

Gujarat reports more than 200K malnourished children in 20 of 34 districts
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:30 PM IST

Welcome Wangchuk's release, no space for agitation or violence: Ladakh L-G

The Centre on Saturday said it has revoked with immediate effect Wangchuk's detention, nearly six months after he was arrested following violent protests in Leh that left four dead

Welcome Wangchuk's release, no space for agitation or violence: Ladakh L-G
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 5:14 PM IST

TN govt offers ₹2 per unit power subsidy for eateries using induction

At a review meeting held on Saturday, it was decided to provide a subsidy of Rs 2 per unit for the additional electricity consumed by the hotels, tea shops and cloud kitchens using induction stoves

TN govt offers ₹2 per unit power subsidy for eateries using induction
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

Consumer panel orders Axis Bank to pay ₹3.19 cr in demonetisation case

The commission, comprising presiding member AVM J Rajendra and judicial member Anoop Kumar Mendiratta, was hearing an appeal filed by Procure Logistics Services Pvt Ltd against the Axis Bank

Consumer panel orders Axis Bank to pay ₹3.19 cr in demonetisation case
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Karnataka clears ₹4,824 crore industrial projects, to create 14,525 jobs

Two are additional investment projects amounting to ₹565.03 crore, creating employment for 300 people

Karnataka clears ₹4,824 crore industrial projects, to create 14,525 jobs
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Lanka IOC assures Sri Lanka fuel supply security amid West Asia crisis

Currently, LIOC operates 200 fuel stations throughout Sri Lanka and enjoys a 20 per cent share of the market. They first came in 2003 under a 20-year contract, which has again been renewed in 2023

Lanka IOC assures Sri Lanka fuel supply security amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

Sonam Wangchuk released from Jodhpur jail after Centre revokes detention

Wangchuk was detained on September 26, 2025, two days after protests over demands for statehood for Ladakh and its inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution rocked Leh

Sonam Wangchuk released from Jodhpur jail after Centre revokes detention
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:37 PM IST

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders rope in Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani

The right-arm pacer Muzarabani was among the prominent bowlers in the recently-concluded T20 World Cup, finishing as the joint third-highest wicket-taker with 13 scalps.

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders rope in Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:14 PM IST

BJP, TMC workers clash in Kolkata ahead of PM's rally; two injured

The violence took place around 5 km from the rally venue as BJP supporters were marching towards the Brigade Parade Ground to attend the prime minister's meeting

BJP, TMC workers clash in Kolkata ahead of PM's rally; two injured
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 3:02 PM IST

IPL 2026: This could be Dhoni's last season - Former cricketer Irfan Pathan

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League could be the "last time" fans see MS Dhoni turning out for Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2026: This could be Dhoni's last season - Former cricketer Irfan Pathan
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

India repatriates non-essential crew of Iranian warship docked in Kochi

Over 50 of the 183 crew members have stayed back as the ship, IRIS Lavan, remains in Kochi

India repatriates non-essential crew of Iranian warship docked in Kochi
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

BCCI to honour India's T20 World Cup-winning team at Naman Awards ceremony

The Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian team, which scripted history by winning the T20 World Cup, will be felicitated by the BCCI during its annual 'Naman Awards' ceremony here on Sunday.

BCCI to honour India's T20 World Cup-winning team at Naman Awards ceremony
Updated On : 14 Mar 2026 | 2:46 PM IST