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Glimpses of the Welcome Reception organised by @IndiaInScotland for newly arrived Indian students pursuing their studies at universities across Scotland. A warm welcome to Scotland, and best wishes for a successful and memorable academic journey!
#IndiaInScotland @HCI_London @INSAUK @EdinburghUni @IndianDiplomacy
Listen to the First Minister of Scotland, Rt Hon @JohnSwinney, as he reflects on India–Scotland relations, highlighting opportunities in trade, technology, energy, culture, education and strong people-to-people ties. He also highlights new avenues for economic cooperation under the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
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“Scotland is ready to be a partner in India's energy transition.”
First Minister @JohnSwinney addressed the Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 in Delhi, highlighting opportunities for Scotland and India to collaborate in areas such as offshore wind, hydrogen and clean energy.
ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a dark suit, delivers a speech from a lectern at the Renewable Energy India Expo. A screen in the background displays the event name "Renewable Energy India Expo".
ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, speaks with three men in business attire on the exhibition floor at the Renewable Energy India Expo. Hanging planters are visible in the background.
ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, stands on stage alongside attendees in business attire at the Renewable Energy India Expo.
Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Shri Om Birla @ombirlakota, met Scotland’s First Minister, Rt Hon @JohnSwinney, at Parliament House today.
Discussions focused on strengthening India–Scotland relations through parliamentary cooperation and collaboration in trade, investment, education and emerging technologies.
#IndiaInScotland @HCI_London @ScotGovFM @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy
Pleased to meet Mr. John Swinney, First Minister of Scotland, at the Parliament House today.
We discussed strengthening India-Scotland relations and parliamentary cooperation, with a focus on sharing legislative best practices and exploring opportunities for collaboration in trade, investment, education and emerging technologies.
Confident that continued parliamentary exchanges and people-to-people connections will further strengthen the longstanding ties between India and Scotland.
Consul General attended the "Health is Global Symposium" at McEwan Hall, marking 300 years of Edinburgh Medical School.
Speaking on a panel chaired by former Scottish Health Minister Ms. Susan Deacon, he highlighted India’s advances in AI and digital health, and opportunities for deeper India-Scotland cooperation in health research, innovation and education.
Citing the Oxford–AstraZeneca–Serum Institute partnership behind Covishield and the University of Edinburgh’s collaboration with Gujarat Biotechnology University, he emphasised how academic and industry partnerships can translate scientific discovery into affordable healthcare and wider global benefits.
#IndiaInScotland
@EdinburghUni @HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @GujBiotechUni
Strengthening the India–Scotland partnership!
Minister of Commerce and Industry of India @PiyushGoyal met Scotland’s First Minister Rt Hon @JohnSwinney in New Delhi to discuss strengthening trade, investment and economic cooperation. The India–UK CETA offers fresh opportunities to deepen India–Scotland ties and promote shared prosperity.
#IndiaScotland #IndiaUKCETA @HCI_London @ScotGovFM @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy
Delighted to meet Mr. @JohnSwinney, First Minister of Scotland. We held productive discussions on advancing the India–Scotland economic and trade partnership, anchoring our shared priorities within the transformative framework of the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) to unlock new avenues in bilateral trade, investment, and innovation.
Discussions focused on expanding cooperation in higher education, renewable energy, semiconductors, data centres, science, space and tourism, while exploring new opportunities for trade, investment and stronger industry-to-industry partnerships.
Strengthening India–Scotland ties!
Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry @JitinPrasada met Scotland’s First Minister Rt. Hon. @JohnSwinney in New Delhi to explore opportunities to deepen trade, investment and economic cooperation between India and Scotland.
#IndiaScotland @HCI_London @DoC_GoI @ScotGovFM @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia
Had a productive meeting with the First Minister of Scotland, Mr. John Swinney, in New Delhi.
We discussed avenues to strengthen India-Scotland economic engagement, deepen trade and investment ties, and explore new opportunities for collaboration across key sectors.
India remains committed to building strong international partnerships that drive shared prosperity and growth. @HCI_London @IndiaInScotland
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Strengthening India–Scotland economic ties!
During Scotland’s First Minister Rt. Hon. @JohnSwinney’s visit to India, the India–Scotland Business Forum was held in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening partnerships in trade, investment and innovation.
#IndiaInScotland @HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @PIB_India @MIB_India @CBC_MIB @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts @ficci_india @scotgov
India–Scotland Business Forum- Strengthening Partnerships in Trade, Investment and Innovation begins at Federation House, New Delhi.
@IndiaInScotland @JohnSwinney @MEAIndia @scotgov
Strengthening India–Scotland ties!
Union Finance Minister Smt. @nsitharaman met Scotland’s First Minister Rt. Hon. @JohnSwinney in New Delhi today.
The two leaders discussed opportunities to enhance cooperation in financial services, renewable energy, higher education and tourism, opening new avenues for partnership and mutual growth.
#IndiaInScotland @nsitharamanoffc @HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @PIB_India @MIB_India @CBC_MIB @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts
Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman met Rt. Hon. Mr. @JohnSwinney, First Minister of Scotland, in New Delhi, today.
The two leaders discussed areas of mutual interest and opportunities for strengthening cooperation in the financial services sector, renewable energy, establishment of higher educational institutions, and enhancing bilateral tourism.
@IndiaInScotland
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Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman met Rt. Hon. Mr. @JohnSwinney, First Minister of Scotland, in New Delhi, today.
The two leaders discussed areas of mutual interest and opportunities for strengthening cooperation in the financial services sector, renewable energy, establishment of higher educational institutions, and enhancing bilateral tourism.
@IndiaInScotland
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Celebrating the power of Indian storytelling!
@HCI_London in collaboration with @tonguesonfire, presents a special screening of Gondhal, India's official entry for the 99th Academy Awards (2027). Join us for an evening celebrating the richness, creativity and global reach of Indian cinema.
📅 5 November 2026
🕡6:30 PM
📍 @BAFTA, 195 Piccadilly, London
🎟️ Scan the QR code to register!
#Gondhal #IndianCinema #Oscars2027 #IndiaUK #CinemaBeyondBorders #CulturalDiplomacy #MarathiCinema #IndianCinemaGoesGlobal
@MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @iccr_hq @TheNehruCentre @MIB_India @nfdcindia @ukasianfilmfest @Kumaran49604795 @getkart @DrSJaishankar @diaspora_india @prasarbharati @WAVESummitIndia @TheAcademy
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Trade with India offers a “golden opportunity” for Scotland, First Minister @JohnSwinney has said.
Ahead of flying to Delhi, he visited @HeathrowAirport where £300m of Scottish salmon - the UK's top food export - passes through each year.
Read more: gov.scot/news/golden-opportu…
ALT First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow
ALT First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow
The Consulate General of India, Edinburgh, extends warm greetings to all on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra! ✨
May the triumph of good over evil bring peace, prosperity, happiness and harmony to all.
Wishing everyone a joyful and blessed Dussehra! 🙏
#Dussehra #Vijayadashami #IndiaInScotland @HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @diaspora_india @iccr_hq @TheNehruCentre
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Celebrating the eternal triumph of good over evil, righteousness over injustice, and light over darkness!
On the auspicious occasion of #Dussehra, team @HCI_London extends warm greetings to all celebrating across the UK and around the world. May the spirit of #Vijayadashami inspire peace, prosperity, harmony and the triumph of truth and virtue.
शुभ दशहरा!
#IndianFestivals #IndiaUK #IndianCulture #Dussehra2026 #DussehraCelebration #Vijayadashami2026 #IncredibleIndia #BemisaalBharat
@MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @MinOfCultureGoI @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @Kumaran49604795 @getkart @TheNehruCentre @iccr_hq @diaspora_india @prasarbharati @incredibleindia
Vice Consul attended a vibrant Dandiya and Garba night organised by @GlasgowIndians in Glasgow.
Filled with music, dance and festive spirit, the evening brought the community members together to celebrate India’s rich traditions with great enthusiasm and energy.
#IndiaInScotland #Dandiya #Garba
@HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @diaspora_india @iccr_hq @TheNehruCentre
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The visit highlighted synergies with the India–UK 10-Year #DefenceIndustrialRoadmap, with Plymouth among five major UK locations identified by the UK @DefenceHQ. Opportunities in maritime technologies, renewable energy, academic mobility & industrial innovation were also explored.
HC interacted warmly with the Indian diaspora & talented students, whose cultural performances celebrated India’s rich heritage and the enduring people-to-people bonds underpinning the India-UK partnership.
#KONKAN2026 #IndiaUK #IndiaUKCETA #Vision2035 #IndiaUKKnowledgePartnership #IndianDiaspora
@MEAIndia @PlymUni @IndianDiplomacy @EduMinOfIndia @SciTechgovuk @educationgovuk @diaspora_india @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @Kumaran49604795 @getkart @prasarbharati @SpokespersonMoD @DefenceMinIndia @UKDefenceIndia @MattWestoby @RoyalNavy @indiannavy
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Advancing India–UK Cooperation in Research, Innovation & Education.
During his visit to Plymouth for #KONKAN2026 earlier this month, HC P. Kumaran engaged with @PlymUni leadership, academics & researchers, exploring opportunities for deeper collaboration across higher education, research & emerging technologies.
Discussions spanned maritime cyber security, defence innovation, AI, sustainable agriculture, Himalayan water resources, global health, epilepsy & environmental sustainability.
#IndiaUK #IndiaUKCETA #Vision2035 #DefenceIndustrialRoadmap #IndiaUKKnowledgePartnership #IndianDiaspora
@MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @EduMinOfIndia @SciTechgovuk @educationgovuk @diaspora_india @PMOIndia @DrSJaishankar @Kumaran49604795 @getkart @prasarbharati @SpokespersonMoD @DefenceMinIndia @UKDefenceIndia @DefenceHQ @MattWestoby @RoyalNavy @indiannavy
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From crystal-clear rivers and mist-covered hills to lush green valleys and living traditions, Meghalaya is a land where nature reveals a new wonder at every turn.
Experience the many shades of Meghalaya, where every journey brings you closer to nature.
#NortheastIndiaUpClose #IncredibleIndia #Meghalaya #NorthEast #India
Consul attended Durga Puja (Durgotsav) in Edinburgh, organised by the Scottish Association of Bengali Arts and Sanskritik Heritage (SABASH) @sabashscotland.
The event celebrated India’s vibrant cultural heritage through colourful festivities, soulful performances and the timeless message of triumph of good over evil.
#DurgaPuja #Durgotsav #IndiaInScotland @HCI_London @IndianDiplomacy @MEAIndia @diaspora_india @iccr_hq @TheNehruCentre
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