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  • India and Romania to host Regional Hindi Conference at Romanian American University

    India and Romania to host Regional Hindi Conference at Romanian American University

    BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India in Bucharest, in collaboration with the Romanian American University, will organize a Regional Hindi Conference on 28–29 January 2026 at the Romanian American University (RAU), Bucharest. The two-day academic and cultural event will bring together eminent Hindi scholars, academics, and experts from across Asia and Europe to deliberate on the growing global relevance of the Hindi language and its role in strengthening international cultural and academic cooperation.

    The Conference aims to provide a high-level platform for intellectual exchange and scholarly dialogue, fostering new ideas and future pathways for cooperation in the promotion and study of Hindi at regional and global levels. A delegation led by Smt. Anju Ranja, Joint Secretary, RRB-I&T, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, will also participate in the event, reflecting India’s strong commitment to the promotion of Hindi and cultural diplomacy in Europe and beyond.

    The Conference will feature a series of thematic panel discussions, focusing on key contemporary and strategic dimensions of Hindi and its global outreach. The major discussion topics include:

    “Hindi: Global Identity and Cultural Unity”, highlighting Hindi as a unifying cultural and linguistic force across regions;
    “Hindi Bhasha Vigyan ki Vastavik Samasyaen” (Contemporary Linguistic Challenges of Hindi), examining structural, pedagogical, and usage-related issues of the language;
    “Hindi Bhasha Sikhane ke Tarike” (Methods of Teaching Hindi), focusing on innovative and effective approaches to Hindi language instruction; and
    “Hindi, AI, and the Indian Workforce in Romania: New Frontiers of Cooperation”, exploring the intersection of Hindi, emerging technologies, and India–Romania professional and educational collaboration .

    The Opening Ceremony of the Conference will be held on 28 January 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Senate Room, while the Closing Ceremony will take place on 29 January 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Aula Magna of the Romanian American University. The Closing Ceremony will also feature cultural performances by artists from Romania and Moldova, showcasing the shared appreciation of Indian culture in the region.

    The Regional Hindi Conference is expected to serve as an important milestone in strengthening India–Romania academic and cultural cooperation, particularly in the fields of language, literature, higher education, and people-to-people exchanges.

    (Based on a Press Release issued by Embassy of India in Bucharest)

  • Embassy of India in Romania Organizes B2B on Information Technology & Communications

    Embassy of India in Romania Organizes B2B on Information Technology & Communications

    BUCHAREST (TIP): The Embassy of India successfully organized a Business-to-Business (B2B) meeting on Information Technology & Communications (IT&C) with Romanian companies to explore avenues for collaboration and partnership in the IT sector. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the Romanian IT industry and served as an important platform for strengthening India-Romania cooperation in the technology domain.

    Two eminent industry leaders from India participated as lead speakers: Mr. Sandeep Narula, Chairman (Global Outreach), and Mr. Gurmeet Singh, Director & CEO of the Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC India). Their presence added significant value to the discussions and provided industry-driven insights into India’s rapidly growing IT ecosystem.

    Presentation shown during the B2B.

    The B2B meeting was held in a physical format, with more than 30 potential Romanian IT companies participating actively and demonstrating strong interest in exploring partnerships with Indian counterparts. The session commenced with special remarks by the Ambassador of India to Romania, Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra, who highlighted the robust growth of India’s IT sector and its emergence as a global technology and innovation hub. The Ambassador also expressed his appreciation to the special guests who travelled from India to participate in the B2B meeting and formally honored them for their contributions.

    Addressing the participants, Ambassador Dr. Manoj Kumar Mohapatra emphasized India’s strengths in IT services, software development, digital innovation, and skilled human resources. He expressed confidence that Romanian companies would explore concrete trade and investment opportunities with Indian firms. The Ambassador reiterated India’s position as a reliable global partner in the IT sector and encouraged Romanian companies to consider sourcing, collaboration, and joint ventures with Indian IT enterprises. Indian companies, in turn, invited Romanian firms to visit India to gain firsthand exposure to their IT infrastructure and facilities. Impressed by the presentations and discussions, several Romanian companies expressed keen interest in visiting India.

    Questions were answered by the lead speakers of the event.

    During the session, Mr. Sandeep Narula briefed participants on the rapid expansion of India’s IT industry, driven by key Government of India initiatives and digital transformation projects that are positioning the country at the forefront of global technology development. He delivered a detailed presentation on the achievements and role of ESC India in promoting electronics and software exports with strong government support. He also addressed numerous questions raised by Romanian IT companies and extended a formal invitation to the Romanian IT industry to participate in India Soft 2026, a major international technology exhibition scheduled for March 23-25 in New Delhi, to experience Indian IT capabilities firsthand and forge concrete partnerships.

    Mr. Gurmeet Singh highlighted the sustained growth trajectory of India’s IT sector and its potential to emerge as one of the leading global IT hubs in the years to come. He emphasized the opportunities available for international collaboration and underlined ESC India’s commitment to facilitating partnerships between Indian and Romanian companies.

    One of the enthusiastic participants from ANIS Romania (@ANIS_RO), Mr. Edward Creescu, President, addressed the gathering and shared data-driven insights highlighting the robust and rapidly expanding Romanian IT sector. He expressed strong interest in visiting India to gain firsthand exposure to India’s dynamic IT ecosystem and conveyed his keen willingness to participate in India Soft 2026 (March 23-25, New Delhi), further strengthening avenues for India-Romania collaboration in the technology sector.

    A group photo taken during the event.

    The Embassy of India reaffirmed its continued commitment to strengthening economic and commercial ties between India and Romania, particularly in priority sectors such as information technology and communications. The Embassy assured participants of its full support in facilitating future engagements, exchanges, and business collaborations between stakeholders from both countries.

    The event concluded with productive and forward-looking discussions, reflecting strong mutual interest and laying the groundwork for deeper cooperation in the IT & Communications sector between India and Romania.

    (Based on a Press Release issued by the Embassy of India in Bucharest, Romania)