Mauritius–Telangana Cultural Links: Telangana will extend support to promote Telugu language, culture, ancient epics and heritage in Mauritius, with officials also backing the Ram Bhajanam programme and cooperation in education, arts and cultural research. Public Service & Skills Cooperation: Mauritius Minister for Public Service and Administrative Reforms Lutchmanen Pethia met Telangana’s IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu to discuss capacity building, modern administration, tourism, IT/ITeS, emerging technologies and training through institutions like MCRHRD and Young India Skills University. Local Business & Energy Branding: Bhunjun Group’s BOTL has unveiled “Fillin” as a fully Mauritian retail fuel brand after acquiring Engen’s commercial activities and network, marking a shift to local ownership across 37 service stations. AI for Mauritius Workforce: In an interview, IT Minister Dr Avinash Ramtohul explains how Mauritius’s AI Innovation Lab, National AI Strategy and Budget pillar aim to translate AI policy into real economic and job impacts. Governance & Accountability: A Q&A looks at how Mauritius should assign responsibility when administrative “blocages” delay public initiatives, and what reforms could make the state machinery more agile. Health & Healing: A lifestyle column reflects on healing beyond medicine, highlighting how human connection can support people through cancer treatment. Global Mobility Watch: Thailand’s visa-free rules will change from 15 September 2026, cutting many travellers’ stays from 60 to 30 days (with some to 15 days), reshaping travel plans for Mauritius-based travellers.