Diplomacy

News articles and essays on the Indian diplomacy at work around the world.

Governance Intervention

India Dismantles Pakistani Coordinated Disinformation Operation

In a closely coordinated effort between intelligence agencies and Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Ministry on Monday ordered the blocking of 20 channels on YouTube and 2 websites spreading anti-India propaganda and fake news on the internet. Vide two separate orders – one for 20 YouTube channels directing YouTube, and the other for 2 news websites, requesting Department of Telecom to direct the internet service providers for blocking of the news channels/portals.

By Kautilya / December 22, 2021

Governance

Lok Sabha Passes Electoral Reforms Bill that Links Aadhaar to Voter ID

After a brief debate in which some opposition members urged that it be submitted to a parliamentary commission, the Election Laws (Amendment) Bill 2021, led by Law Minister Kiren Rijiju, was passed by voice vote.

By Kautilya / December 22, 2021

Governance

Unified Cyber Security Task Force by March

Alarmed at the growing danger from cyberattacks and threats to national security, the government is in the process of setting up a unified national-level cyber security task force with a special focus on the risks emanating from the telecom sector

By Kautilya / December 21, 2021

Diplomacy

PM Narendra Modi Honoured with Bhutan’s Highest Civilian Award

PM Narendra Modi is the first foreign head of government to receive Bhutan’s highest civilian award, the Ngadag Pel gi Khorlo, which is considered the pinnacle of the country’s honor system because it supersedes all other orders, decorations, and medals.

By Kautilya / December 21, 2021

Diplomacy Economy

India Working on Free Trade Agreements with Israel, Middle East Nations

India is working on at least six free trade agreements, including one with the United Arab Emirates that can create a gateway for Indian trade to the Middle East and Africa.

By Kautilya / December 20, 2021

Governance Infrastructure

Indian Railways to Introduce New Measures for Female Travelers

According to the ministry, six berths will be reserved in the sleeper class of long-distance Mail/Express trains and a reservation quota of six berths in third-tier AC (3AC) coaches of Garib Rath/Rajdhani/Duronto/fully air-conditioned Express trains have been allocated for female passengers, irrespective of their age, travelling alone or in a group.

By Kautilya / December 20, 2021

Diplomacy Governance

Parliamentary Delegation from Vietnam Calls on the President

A Parliamentary Delegation from Vietnam led by H.E. Mr Vuong Dinh Hue, the Chairman of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, called on the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (December 19, 2021).

By Kautilya / December 20, 2021

Defense Governance

US, Russia, Others Conveyed Clear Message That Equipment for Indian Forces have to be Produced in India

India has very clearly conveyed to the US, Russia, France and many of its partner countries that military platforms and weapons required by the Indian armed forces to confront myriad security challenges have to be manufactured on Indian soil, defence minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday.

By Kautilya / December 19, 2021

Diplomacy Economy

India, Taiwan in Talks on Semiconductor Hub, Free Trade and Investment Pacts

India and Taiwan have begun talks on a free trade pact and creating a semiconductor manufacturing hub in the country as part of efforts to meet the burgeoning demand for the chips needed for products ranging from cellphones to cars.

By Kautilya / December 18, 2021

Economy Governance

Modi Govt to Revamp Century-Old Telecom Laws that Throttle India’s Digital Dream

The government is exploring ways to allow companies to merge, expand and operate without multiple bureaucratic approvals so as to avoid subsequent court battles, Telecommunications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in an interview at his office in New Delhi on Thursday. He aims to present new rules in February.

By Kautilya / December 18, 2021

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