June 21, 2026

Kautilya

Diplomacy

PM Modi at G7 Evian: India Places Global South, Sustainability and Shared Prosperity at the Centre of World Diplomacy

India’s presence at the G7 outreach platform carries growing diplomatic weight. The G7 brings together some of the world’s most advanced economies, while India enters the conversation as a major developing economy, a voice of the Global South, a fast-growing technology power, and a strategic partner across multiple regions. This gives India a unique position in global discussions where development, security, climate action, technology and economic stability now move together.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026
Economy

India’s Forex Reserves Hit Record High: A Strong Signal for Economic Stability

Gold reserves were the strongest contributor to the latest rise. The value of India’s gold reserves increased by more than 4.14 billion dollars to reach 131.63 billion dollars. This is significant because gold has become an important part of reserve management for many central banks. In times of geopolitical tension, currency volatility and inflationary uncertainty, gold acts as a trusted reserve asset. India’s rising gold reserves strengthen the quality and diversity of the forex basket.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026
Economy

India’s Exports Rise Strongly in May 2026 as Trade Momentum Builds Across Goods and Services

The May 2026 numbers show the same upward direction. India’s total exports of goods and services for May 2026 were estimated at US$81.96 billion, registering 15.83 percent growth over May 2025. Total imports for the month stood at US$92.47 billion, growing 19.23 percent over the same month last year. The overall trade balance for May 2026 was US$10.51 billion in deficit, compared with US$6.79 billion in May 2025.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026
Ayurveda Health

Panasa Phala in Ayurveda: Jackfruit, the Nourishing Tree of Strength and Abundance

Few trees give as generously as the jackfruit tree. Its tender fruit becomes curry. Its ripe bulbs become sweet food. Its seeds become roasted, boiled and curried nourishment. Its leaves are used in traditional cooking and ritual life. Its wood has value in furniture, temple craft and classical instruments. Its latex and other parts have old folk uses. The entire tree stands as a symbol of rural abundance.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026
Economy Infrastructure

Hitachi Energy’s ₹2,000 Crore Transformer Plant: A Big Boost for India’s Expanding Power Grid

Hitachi Energy India Limited has announced that the new factory will be located in Karjan, Vadodara, Gujarat. The investment is estimated at around ₹2,000 crore and the facility is scheduled for completion by FY28. The plant will strengthen Hitachi Energy’s existing Indian manufacturing footprint and add new capacity for large transformers used in high-voltage transmission, HVDC systems, power generation, AI data centres and large industrial applications.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026
Heritage Indian Legends

Manavikraman Zamorin: The Calicut King Who Stood at the Centre of the Spice World

The Zamorins belonged to the Nediyiruppu Swaroopam of Eranad. Their early base was inland, away from the coast. This was a major limitation because Kerala’s wealth moved through ports. The rulers of Eranad understood that access to the sea was the key to political expansion. They fought the Porlathiri rulers of Polanad and gradually secured the region around Kozhikode. This gave them the one thing their state needed most: a maritime window.

By Kautilya / June 16, 2026