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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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Noel Tata to step down as Voltas chairman a week after exiting Trent

Addressing shareholders of the leading cooling products maker in its 72nd annual general meeting (AGM), Noel Tata, 69, said this would be his last AGM as Chairman of Voltas

Noel Tata to step down as Voltas chairman a week after exiting Trent
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:51 PM IST

Harry Brook confident England can contain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

England have their tactics drawn up for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi even as suspense prevails over the Indian batting sensation's T20I debut in the series opener here on Wednesday.

Harry Brook confident England can contain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

PM Modi meets secretaries, discusses 'ease of doing' business reforms

Focus on two key themes: Deregulation and ease of living; promoting aatmanirbharta

PM Modi meets secretaries, discusses 'ease of doing' business reforms
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:35 PM IST

PM Modi reiterates importance of Hormuz navigation in call with Iran Prez

The Prime Minister said he reiterated in his interaction with the Iranian leader the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz for India and the world

PM Modi reiterates importance of Hormuz navigation in call with Iran Prez
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

IndiGo's CHRO Pasricha resigns; Kanwal Jeet Singh Bakshi to take charge

The resignation of Pasricha marks another senior-level exit at the country's largest airline, IndiGo, since the massive operational disruptions in December 2025

IndiGo's CHRO Pasricha resigns; Kanwal Jeet Singh Bakshi to take charge
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 9:45 PM IST

Household sector debt climbs to 45.5% of GDP in Sept 2025: RBI report

Household debt as a share of GDP has remained above its five-year average of 42.9 per cent since September 2023, the report said

Household sector debt climbs to 45.5% of GDP in Sept 2025: RBI report
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 9:16 PM IST

VB-G RAM G Act to come into force from July 1; Centre says all ready

Ministry said the Act provides a statutory guarantee of up to 125 days of wage employment to eligible rural households, compared to the 100 days provided under the existing rural employment framework

VB-G RAM G Act to come into force from July 1; Centre says all ready
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 8:08 PM IST

MFI credit grows after 7 quarters, borrower base continues to shrink: RBI

The RBI said borrower base shrank by 22.7 lakh in the latest quarter, indicating that while lending activity has started picking up, the sector is still witnessing consolidation in its customer base

MFI credit grows after 7 quarters, borrower base continues to shrink: RBI
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 8:04 PM IST

AI tools helping identify GST evasion, easing compliance: FinMin

The number of taxpayers registered under GST has increased from 66.5 lakh in 2017 to 1.65 crore as of May 2026, reflecting greater formalisation of the economy, according to the ministry

AI tools helping identify GST evasion, easing compliance: FinMin
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 8:00 PM IST

CCI clears Aditya Birla-led consortium's ₹16,660 cr buyout of IPL team RCB

In March this year, United Spirits Ltd (USL) announced the sale of IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a Rs 16,660 crore all-cash deal to the consortium

CCI clears Aditya Birla-led consortium's ₹16,660 cr buyout of IPL team RCB
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 7:51 PM IST

Economy resilient, but monsoon and geopolitical risks persist: FinMin

India's inflation likely to remain contained in coming months, says FinMin

Economy resilient, but monsoon and geopolitical risks persist: FinMin
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 7:38 PM IST

West Asia conflict accelerated EV adoption in India: Tata Motors MD

The company said the conflict has shifted consumer demand for electric vehicles from a "push" to a "pull" market, while expecting EV penetration to reach 7-8 per cent this fiscal

West Asia conflict accelerated EV adoption in India: Tata Motors MD
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 7:21 PM IST

Technology can help in enhancing road safety, raising awareness: Gadkari

Gadkari says technology and adherence to traffic rules can help reduce road fatalities as Uber unveils new safety features and emergency response initiatives

Technology can help in enhancing road safety, raising awareness: Gadkari
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 5:33 PM IST

India remains fastest-growing major economy: HUL chairman Nitin Paranjpe

Sustaining high growth will require continued reforms, investments and execution, says HUL chairman Nitin Paranjpe

India remains fastest-growing major economy: HUL chairman Nitin Paranjpe
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 5:04 PM IST

Fire breaks out at Parikrama Restaurant in Delhi, no injuries reported

The Delhi Fire Services said that it received a call at 3.40 pm regarding the fire at the iconic Parikrama, The Revolving Restaurant

Fire breaks out at Parikrama Restaurant in Delhi, no injuries reported
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:57 PM IST

India retain Harmanpreet as Asiad captain despite poor World Cup outing

The Women's Selection Committee named a 15-member squad for the Asian Games, scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4

India retain Harmanpreet as Asiad captain despite poor World Cup outing
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:52 PM IST

McCullum says he tried to change Ben Stokes' mind over retirement call

McCullum lauded Stokes' contribution as captain and player, terming him "a leader of men"

McCullum says he tried to change Ben Stokes' mind over retirement call
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:48 PM IST

India banks on Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa at Zagreb Rapid and Blitz

The event is part of the Grand Chess Tour or GCT, which is the biggest platform to bring together top players. This will be the third event under the GCT brand this year with three more to come

India banks on Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa at Zagreb Rapid and Blitz
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:41 PM IST

Hardik moves to Bengaluru, settles on COE as permanent training base

The move is unique as India's centrally-contracted players normally visit the Centre of Excellence (COE) only for injury rehabilitation, fitness assessments or national camps

Hardik moves to Bengaluru, settles on COE as permanent training base
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:39 PM IST

India Open shifted to February as BWF unveils 2027-28 tournament calendar

The 2026 edition of the country's flagship event was held from January 13 to 18 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium

India Open shifted to February as BWF unveils 2027-28 tournament calendar
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 4:35 PM IST