Embassy jointly with the Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies (CBS) and Asian Confluence organised a daylong seminar in Thimphu today on India-Bhutan ties: Trade, connectivity, education, tourism and health.
The Inaugural Session set the tone with the Inaugural Address by H.E. Namgyal Dorji, Minister for Industry, Commerce and Employment of Bhutan and Keynote Address by H.E. Sandeep Arya, Ambassador of India to Bhutan. Dasho Karma Ura, President, CBS and Mr. M.P. Bezbaruah, Chairman–Governing Council, Asian Confluence reflected on broader backdrop and importance of institutional partnerships.
Through the day, panels with senior officials and scholars assessed the themes of trade, tourism, connectivity, education and health, in detail bringing cross-sectoral perspectives on the way forward for collaboration.
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Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Lyonpo Chandra Bahadur Gurung, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Bhutan, on the sidelines of Sagarmanthan 2026.
The meeting focused on strengthening India–Bhutan cooperation in infrastructure, connectivity and transport, while exploring opportunities for deeper regional collaboration towards shared growth and prosperity.
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Happy #IFSDay to all colleagues! For eighty years, we have carried India’s voice at global negotiating tables, in distant postings, and in moments when a citizen needed bringing home. My deepest gratitude to every officer and to the families who share the sacrifice.
Jai Hind!
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Inauguration of Business Incubation center at Royal Thimphu College supported through Economic Stimulus Program of the Government of India.
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Thank you, Prime Minister Tobgay, for the warm and heartfelt message.
India and Bhutan are bound by an enduring partnership rooted in mutual trust and understanding. I look forward to continuing our close cooperation to advance our shared vision of Viksit Bharat and a prosperous Bhutan.
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Under PM @narendramodi's leadership, the Union Cabinet has approved major initiatives for India's growth:
📈 Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority for unified infrastructure planning.
💼 ₹10,000 Cr SME Growth Fund to boost tier-II & tier-III industrial clusters.
A historic milestone celebrating 25 years of leadership!
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Consul General Ms. Sucheta Chatterjee attended the inauguration ceremony of the newly completed Drasha and Dining Hall at Dorokha Gathselling Dratshang, Samtse.
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🇮🇳🇧🇹 The enduring India–Bhutan partnership, shaped by historical connections, mutual trust and close collaboration, continues to evolve across trade, connectivity, education, tourism and health.
The Embassy of India, Thimphu, the Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies (CBS), and Asian Confluence are organising a one-day seminar in Thimphu to explore opportunities for further collaboration, including enhanced connectivity and trade facilitation, tourism, educational exchanges, skilling, wellness, and healthcare.
📅 9 October 2026 | 📍 Thimphu, Bhutan
🔗 More details: https://t.co/KTZ8zzxArZ
📝 Register Interest: https://t.co/D7SJzQKLWb
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Mr. Fatih Birol @fbirol , Executive Director of International Energy Agency, has highlighted India’s remarkable energy journey and transformation over the past decade.
The highlights include pursuing 10x growth in nuclear power capacity by 2047; Quadrupling of renewable power capacity and India reaching 50% non-fossil power capacity five years ahead of schedule !!
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Read more in the @EconomicTimes article below:
As Prime Minister @narendramodi reaches 25 years in executive office, it’s a moment to examine India’s energy journey & achievements under his stewardship
Clearly, India has now moved to the centre stage of global energy
My new op-ed for @EconomicTimes: https://t.co/GjNR7OdCLI
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“More positive on India than on the rest of the world.”
Former ECB President Jean-Claude Trichet highlights India’s strong growth, reform momentum, human capital and potential to achieve its vision of becoming a developed economy by 2047. 🇮🇳
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Read more at: https://t.co/STLGCncgNj
Consul General Ms. Sucheta Chatterjee attended the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a Drasha at Tendruk Dhongag Choling Goenzin Dratshang, Samtse, along with officials from the Samtse Dzongkhag Administration.
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India finished at the fourth position in Asian Games 2026 at Aichi-Nagoya with 21 gold medals and 85 total medals led by Archery, Boxing, Shooting, Wrestling, Athletics, Hockey, Cricket, Kabbadi and Golf.
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