August 14, 2026

Kautilya

Economy Infrastructure

NTPC Group Crosses 90 GW Capacity Mark, Signalling India’s Expanding Power Backbone

The latest addition came after the successful trial operation of Unit 2 of Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd, an NTPC group arm. With this, the group now operates more than 90 GW of installed capacity across India, while also maintaining a large pipeline of projects under construction. NTPC has stated that it has around 32 GW of capacity under construction, showing that the company’s expansion is not a one-time jump but part of a long-term buildout of national power infrastructure.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Economy

India’s Growth Story Holds Firm as Morgan Stanley Sees Strong Momentum Despite Global Risks

The report is important because it places India’s economic outlook against a difficult global backdrop. Many economies are still dealing with geopolitical tensions, uncertain trade conditions, commodity price volatility and pressure from elevated energy costs. In that environment, India’s advantage comes from the strength of its internal market, the scale of public capital expenditure, improving rural demand and a gradual recovery in private investment.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Akhanda Bharath Defense Heritage Warcraft

Weapons, Astras and Warrior-Systems in the Mahabharata: An Ancient Indian Defence Study

The ordinary weapons of the epic represent different combat functions. The bow gave reach, precision and speed. The mace gave crushing power in close combat. The sword served as a secondary weapon when distance collapsed. The spear or lance gave thrusting and anti-cavalry value. The chariot served as a mobile fighting platform. The elephant acted as a shock platform, while cavalry enabled movement, pursuit and screening. Together, these weapons formed the ancient equivalent of combined arms.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Diplomacy Economy

UAE and India Reaffirm Push for $200 Billion Trade Target at Dubai Forum

The forum brought together UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Indian Ambassador to the UAE Dr. Deepak Mittal, India’s Consul General in Dubai and the Northern Emirates Satish Kumar Sivan, and several senior trade and industry representatives. The core message from the event was clear: India and the UAE are no longer looking at their relationship only through the lens of traditional trade, but as a wider economic corridor linking investment, logistics, technology, energy, infrastructure and global supply chains.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Diplomacy

India and Denmark Deepen Green Strategic Partnership at Oslo Summit

The India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, launched in 2020, has become one of India’s most focused European partnerships in the field of environment and climate change. During the Oslo meeting, both leaders welcomed the progress achieved so far and agreed to further strengthen collaboration in areas that can support green growth in both economies.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Diplomacy

India and Finland Push Digitalisation, Sustainability and Circular Economy Partnership at Oslo Meeting

The two leaders placed strong emphasis on deeper collaboration between industry, research institutions and academia. This is significant because India-Finland cooperation is no longer limited to traditional diplomatic engagement; it is increasingly moving toward practical partnerships in advanced technology, clean growth, digital infrastructure, innovation ecosystems and skilled professional mobility.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Diplomacy

India and Iceland Review Trade, Geothermal Energy, Fisheries and Arctic Research Cooperation at Oslo Meeting

The discussion focused on strengthening India-Iceland relations at a time when the India-European Free Trade Association Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement is opening new possibilities for trade, investment and manufacturing collaboration. Iceland, as part of the EFTA grouping along with Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein, is now positioned to play a larger role in India’s economic outreach to the Nordic and wider European region.

By Kautilya / May 20, 2026
Defense

DRDO Completes ULPGM-V3 Trials, Marking Major Step for UAV-Launched Precision Weapons

The ULPGM-V3 is significant because it gives unmanned aerial platforms the ability to engage multiple categories of targets with precision. In the air-to-ground role, the missile has been validated for anti-tank missions. In the air-to-air role, it is designed to engage drones, helicopters and other airborne targets, making it relevant for both battlefield strike missions and counter-air threats in the lower airspace.

By Kautilya / May 19, 2026
Defense Diplomacy

Rajnath Singh Meets Vietnam President To Lam as India-Vietnam Defence Partnership Gains New Momentum

According to News On AIR, Singh called on President Tô Lâm and reaffirmed India’s commitment to further deepen defence cooperation with Vietnam. He described defence ties as a key pillar of the India-Vietnam Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, underlining that the relationship rests on mutual trust, shared values, security cooperation and common interest in regional stability.

By Kautilya / May 19, 2026
Diplomacy

PM Modi Receives Sweden’s Royal Order of the Polar Star, Becomes First Asian Leader to Get Honour

The honour is significant because it is Sweden’s highest distinction conferred on foreign Heads of Government for exceptional public service and contribution towards strengthening relations with Sweden. According to the Press Information Bureau, Prime Minister Modi is also the first Asian leader to receive this award, making the conferment an important diplomatic milestone for India as well as for India-Sweden relations.

By Kautilya / May 19, 2026