Dehradun entrepreneur shares how Startup India has been powering lives, transforming businesses

IANS | January 16, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) As the startup landscape completed a historic milestone with completion of 10 years of the 'Startup India' initiative on Friday, a Dehradun-based entrepreneur shared the transformative impact of the scheme in his and fellow startup founders' life, while also reminiscing about a virtual yet highly motivating interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

HM Shah joins PM Modi in hailing Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar

IANS | January 16, 2026 5:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) On the occasion of Thiruvalluvar Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday by paying tributes to the Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar whose works and ideals continue to inspire innumerable people across generations.

Beldanga tension proves rule of law collapsed in West Bengal: BJP

IANS | January 16, 2026 3:42 PM

Kolkata, Jan 16 (IANS) The BJP on Friday claimed that the continuing tension, blockades and stone-pelting in West Bengal's Beldanga since the body of the migrant worker, allegedly killed in Jharkhand, arrived, proved that the rule of law has collapsed in the state.

Kiren Rijiju’s graceful dance steps win admirers at Arunachal fest

IANS | January 16, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju was at his rhythmic best as he shook a leg at a cultural event in Arunachal Pradesh, turning into an admirable ambassador of the Northeast’s cultural richness. He even posted a video of his exploits on social media on Friday.