India’s registered drone count crosses 38,500 mark as ecosystem surges

IANS | February 17, 2026 1:32 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) India’s drone ecosystem is growing at a rapid pace with the number of registered drones in the country crossing the 38,500 mark and as many as 39,890 DGCA-certified remote pilots in the country (as of February 2026), according to official figures released on Tuesday.

Gourav Adarsh admits ‘Tu Yaa Main’ off to ‘slow start’, praises Shanaya Kapoor’s real and vulnerable performance

IANS | February 17, 2026 1:21 PM

Mumbai Feb 17 (IANS) Actor Gourav Adarsh has admitted that his latest film Tu Yaa Main has had a slow start at the box office, but alongside has also expressed gratitude for the love coming their way. Gourav also lauded his co-star Shanaya Kapoor, calling her “real and vulnerable” further revealing that she surprised the team on set with her performance.

Kiran Rao down with chikungunya: Taking it slow

IANS | February 17, 2026 1:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 17 (IANS) Filmmaker Kiran Rao has shared that she is down with chikungunya and is currently recuperating at home, while urging people to take necessary precautions.