April 27, 2026

Diplomacy

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

Governance

92% Target Achieved in the 1st Phase of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin

In the FY 20-21, a total allocation of Rs. 19,269 crore (US$ 2.63 billion) was made available as budgetary support, in addition, extra-budgetary support of Rs. 20,000 crore (US$ 2.73 billion) has been provided, the overall release of Rs. 39,269 crore (US$ 5.36 billion) is so far the highest in any year since the launch of PMAY-G. The expenditure incurred by states including state share has also seen an unprecedented increase in the current FY amounting to Rs. 46,661 crore (US$ 6.37 billion), which is the highest since the launch of the scheme.

By Kautilya / April 8, 2021
Economy Governance

More than INR. 25,586 Crore Sanctioned to Over 1,14,322 Accounts for Stand-Up India Scheme in 5 years

India is growing rapidly. Hopes, Aspirations and Expectations are rising. There is a large group of potential entrepreneurs particularly women and Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) who want to set up an enterprise of their own, which allows them to grow and thrive. Such entrepreneurs are spread across country and are bubbling with ideas on what they can do for themselves and their families.

By Kautilya / April 6, 2021
Diplomacy

Rwandas President Paul Kagame to Visit India this Month

Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame will be visiting India later this month, the first head of state visit from Africa to India amid Covid pandemic. The visit comes even as India is increasing its engagement with Africa, with a number of high-level visits from both sides before the pandemic.

By Kautilya / April 6, 2021
Governance

Union Education Minister inaugurates Änandam: The Center for Happiness in IIM Jammu

Union Minister of Education Mr. Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ inaugurated “Ä€nandam: The Center for Happiness” virtually today. Lieutenant Governor, Jammu and Kashmir, Mr. Manoj Sinha; Founder, Art of Living Foundation, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar virtually graced the ocaasion. Dr. Milind Kamble, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIM Jammu presided over the event, whereas Prof. B. S. Sahay, Director IIM Jammu was also present.

By Kautilya / April 3, 2021