17 startups from tier 2 cities receive govt grants, investments

IANS | December 28, 2025 9:43 AM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) Adding glory to the Indian startup journey, 12 startups incubated at the Department of Science and Technology (DST)-supported incubator received grant agreements worth Rs 50 lakh at an event in Tamil Nadu, showcasing innovation from tier 2 cities.

Pakistan central bank chief's warning hints clock has run out: Report

IANS | December 27, 2025 7:16 PM

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) State Bank of Pakistan Governor Jameel Ahmad's warning that Pakistan’s growth model is "unsustainable" for a population of 250 million comes at a time when business cycles in the country shorten, and each recovery is weaker than the one before, a report said on Saturday.

PM SVANidhi scheme brings new hope to street vendors in Chamoli

IANS | December 27, 2025 6:26 PM

Chamoli, Dec 27 (IANS) Under the PM SVANidhi (Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi) scheme, people earning their livelihood by running street carts and roadside stalls in cities are being provided loans at affordable rates.