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India celebrates the ninth anniversary of the Startup India initiative on Thursday, a program that has transformed the country into the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem.

Observed annually on January 16 as National Startup Day, the initiative has led to the recognition of 1.59 lakh startups by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) as of January 15. It has also generated over 16.6 lakh direct jobs between 2016 and October 31, 2024. According to a statement by […]

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Mahakumbh 2025: A massive spiritual gathering with unparalleled astronomical economic potential

The Maha Kumbh 2025 promises not only spiritual rejuvenation for millions but also a significant economic impact on the region, the host city, and the state in which it is held. Estimates suggest that around 40 to 45 crore people will visit this religious event during its 45-day cycle, from 13 January to 26 February […]

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Success of ‘StartUp India’ means that today’s India is dynamic, future-ready: PM Modi

The success of the ‘Startup India’ initiative underscores that today’s India is dynamic, confident, and future-ready, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that nurtures every dream and contributes to the vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat.’ Marking nine successful years of ‘Startup India,’ the Prime Minister […]

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MeitY and DSCI launch Cyber Security Grand Challenge 2.0 with Rs.6.85 crore prize fund

The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), in partnership with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI), has launched the second edition of the Cyber Security Grand Challenge (CSGC 2.0), as announced in a press release by the Ministry on Wednesday. The initiative aims to enhance India’s cybersecurity capabilities, addressing critical areas for a […]

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Central govt staff allowed to use LTC for travel on Tejas, Vande Bharat, Humsafar

The Central government has issued an order allowing its employees to travel on Tejas, Vande Bharat, and Humsafar express trains under the Leave Travel Concession (LTC) scheme in a move aimed at providing more convenient and faster travel options for them to visit their hometown or go for holidays to tourist destinations during leave. According […]

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Jaishankar highlights India’s global influence and strong ties with Spain

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently on a two-day visit to Spain, on Monday underscored India’s growing global prominence and its ability to provide meaningful support during challenging times. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Madrid, Jaishankar highlighted the significant advancements in India-Spain relations and emphasized India’s rising global stature. Jaishankar shared that his invitation by […]

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India and Spain to celebrate 2026 as ‘dual year’ highlighting culture, tourism, and AI: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his official visit to Spain, announced that 2026 will be marked as a ‘dual year’ between India and Spain to celebrate culture, tourism, and advancements in artificial intelligence. Addressing members of the Indian diaspora on Tuesday, Jaishankar acknowledged their role in shaping a positive image of India globally and […]