What is special about January 16? Thiruvalluvar Day, National Startup Day, Global Observances, and History
New Delhi: January 16, 2026, brings together India’s civilisational wisdom and its modern ambitions. On this day, Tamil Nadu observes Thiruvalluvar Day to honour one of the country’s greatest ethical thinkers. At the same time, India marks National Startup Day as the Startup India initiative completes a decade. Beyond national…