Kautilya

Akhanda Bharath Heritage Temples and Places

Kachchha in the Mahabharata: The Ancient Kaccha Region of Gujarat’s Kutch

Yet Kachchha occupies a different place in the Mahabharata from kingdoms such as Chedi, Matsya or Saurashtra. The epic clearly names the Kacchas as a people or regional community, but it does not provide a securely identifiable Kachchha king, capital or royal dynasty connected with the central narrative. It is therefore more accurate to understand Kachchha as an ancient geographical and cultural region mentioned in the Mahabharata, rather than constructing a detailed royal history that the text itself does not supply.

By Kautilya / September 6, 2026

Stories Vidya

Yudhishthira and the Faithful Dog: The Final Test of Dharma on the Road to Heaven

When Indra arrives in a celestial chariot and offers Yudhishthira entry into heaven, the king faces his final test. Indra refuses to allow the dog to accompany him, but Yudhishthira declares that he will not abandon a creature that has remained loyal to him. At that moment, the dog reveals itself as Dharma, Yudhishthira’s divine father, who had taken animal form to test his compassion, loyalty and commitment to righteousness.

By Kautilya / September 6, 2026

Diplomacy

Luxembourg Deputy PM Xavier Bettel to Visit India as Both Sides Deepen Space, Technology and Economic Ties

The visit has been officially confirmed by both sides, with Luxembourg describing India as an important strategic partner in Asia and outlining an extensive programme covering New Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru. Bettel will be accompanied by Luxembourg’s Minister of the Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism Lex Delles.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Diplomacy

India Buys Russian Oil for Its Own Development, Says Russian Envoy as Moscow Reaffirms Energy Partnership

His remarks underline Moscow’s argument that India-Russia energy trade is fundamentally commercial, based on India’s large energy requirements and Russia’s position as a competitive supplier rather than political assistance from one country to another.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Defense Diplomacy

NSA Ajit Doval Engages Belgian Delegation as India and Belgium Expand Counter-Terrorism and Defence Partnership

Belgian Defence and Foreign Trade Minister Theo Francken’s official programme included discussions with Doval on the rapidly changing security environment and prospects for closer military cooperation. Doval also participated in the broader high-level India-Belgium talks at Hyderabad House, where security and defence formed an important part of the bilateral agenda.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Diplomacy Governance

India Backs UN Resolution to Correct Distortions in World Maps, Supports Wider Use of Equal-Area Projections

At the centre of the initiative is the long-standing use of the Mercator projection, developed in the 16th century primarily to assist navigation. Although extremely useful for preserving compass directions, the projection increasingly enlarges areas as they move towards the poles. Consequently, northern territories can appear disproportionately large compared with regions nearer the equator.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Defense Make in India

Tembo and Belgium’s New Lachaussée Plan 100-Million-Round Ammunition Manufacturing Facility in India

Under the Tembo-New Lachaussée project, the Belgian company will provide a complete ammunition production line for two calibres, while also supplying tooling that will allow production of two additional calibres. The project is valued at approximately €50 million, with equipment deliveries and installation planned across 2028 and 2029.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Economy

CNG, Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Overtake Petrol in India’s Passenger Vehicle Market for First Time

The brokerage estimates that CNG, hybrids and electric vehicles together accounted for 42% of passenger vehicle retail sales during the month, while the share of petrol vehicles fell to a record low of 41%. A year earlier, petrol had accounted for about 46% of the market.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Defense Make in India

BDL Reveals Expanded Godrej Partnership Across Missiles, Launchers and Advanced Propulsion

The disclosure is important because it points to cooperation considerably broader than the manufacture of isolated components. BDL is India’s principal production agency for numerous guided missile and allied weapon programmes and has been progressively transforming itself from a missile manufacturer into a complete weapon-system integrator.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026

Economy

India and Angola Explore Wider Economic and Strategic Cooperation

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju met Angola’s Foreign Minister Téte António on September 2, 2026, with discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation for mutual economic development. The meeting formed part of a series of diplomatic engagements held by Rijiju during his visit to Serbia.

By Kautilya / September 5, 2026