June 27, 2026

Kautilya

Diplomacy

Jitin Prasada Concludes Czech Republic Visit, Pushes India–Czech Economic and Technology Cooperation

During the visit, Shri Prasada held meetings with senior Czech leaders, including Karel Havlíček, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade; Jan Sechter, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade; and Marie Chatardová, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. These meetings reviewed the progress of India–Czech economic ties and explored fresh opportunities in priority sectors where both countries can build stronger business and industrial linkages.

By Kautilya / April 24, 2026
Diplomacy Economy

India and Japan Hold First AI Strategic Dialogue in Mumbai to Deepen Technology Cooperation

The meeting was co-chaired by Amit A. Shukla, Joint Secretary for Cyber Diplomacy in India’s Ministry of External Affairs, and Hanada Takahiro, Deputy Assistant Minister for Cyber Security in Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Officials from ministries, departments and agencies of both governments participated, along with representatives from the AI industry, giving the dialogue both a policy and industry-driven character.

By Kautilya / April 24, 2026
Economy Infrastructure

Government Unveils ₹203-Crore TDIP Scheme to Push 6G and Homegrown Telecom Innovation

The scheme is designed to support Indian participation in key international telecom forums such as the International Telecommunication Union, 3GPP and oneM2M, giving domestic stakeholders financial assistance for attending global meetings, submitting technical contributions, taking up leadership roles in study groups and hosting international standardisation events in India.

By Kautilya / April 24, 2026
Economy

India Pushes ‘Insurance for All’ Agenda with Wider Coverage, Lower Costs and Major Reforms

The official note said India is now the world’s 10th largest insurance market by premium volume. During FY 2024-25, the sector issued 41.84 crore policies, collected premiums worth ₹11.93 lakh crore, paid claims of ₹8.36 lakh crore and reported assets under management of ₹74.44 lakh crore. Insurance penetration stood at 3.7%, while insurance density rose to USD 97 per person.

By Kautilya / April 24, 2026