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GNTO eyes 1 mn overnight stays by Indian tourists in Germany in 2026

Germany is targeting 10 lakh overnight stays by Indian tourists in the country in 2026, after narrowly missing the goal this year, according to a German National Tourist Office India official. German National Tourist Office (GNTO) India, the official representative office of the German National Tourist Board, expects to close 2025 with 9.6 lakh overnights into Germany by Indian tourists, GNTO Director of Marketing & Sales Office - India, Romit Theophilus, told PTI. "We want a growth of 10 per cent year on year. That's our growth projection till 2030 at least. Our goal is now to first reach the 1 million (overnights) and then double that to 2 million," he said when asked how Germany is looking at Indian tourist arrivals in the country going forward. GNTO India was hoping to cross the 10 lakh milestone in 2025, but it did not happen due to a variety of factors, including visa issues and tourists choosing to travel to other countries. Asked if the target could be achieved in 2026, ...

Delhi Gets a New Shield Against Toxic Air: German-Engineered DP Purifier Lamp Debuts

An advanced HEPA-14 powered innovation bringing science-backed clean-air technology to Indian homes, institutions, and wellness environments.

Piyush Goyal meets German industry leaders to boost Indo-German trade ties

Goyal has also met with Rene Obermann, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Airbus. Goyal was impressed by Obermann's confidence in India's growth story

India, Germany discuss ways to increase cooperation in trade, investment

India and Germany on Thursday discussed ways to enhance cooperation in areas including trade, investment, technology, green energy, and skilling. These issues were discussed during a meeting between Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and German Federal Minister of Economy and Energy Katherina Reich in Berlin. "The discussions focussed on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, technology, green energy, and skilling," the commerce ministry said. Goyal also met Levin Holle, Economic and Financial Policy Advisor at the Federal Chancellery and Germany's G7 and G20 Sherpa, and discussed ways to further deepen the bilateral economic relationship. He chaired a roundtable with CEOs and leaders of German Mittelstand companies at the Indian Embassy, who conveyed their keenness to do business in India and expand existing investments. The minister highlighted opportunities offered by India and the measures taken by India to facilitate investments and ease of doing business. The

Goyal to meet German leaders, businesses to boost trade and investment

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Berlin, Germany this week to meet government officials and businesses to discuss ways to boost trade and investments between the two countries, an official statement said on Wednesday. During the visit on October 23, Goyal will hold bilateral meetings with German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Katherina Reiche, and Economic and Financial Policy Advisor at the Federal Chancellery and Germany's G7 and G20 Sherpa Levin Holle. "Discussions during the meeting will focus on further strengthening the dynamic Indo-German economic partnership and exploring new avenues for enhanced trade and investment cooperation," the commerce ministry said. He will also participate in the third Berlin Global Dialogue (BGD) -- an annual summit that brings together leaders from business, government, and academia to deliberate on issues shaping the global economy. The minister will hold bilateral meetings with CEOs of leading German ...

Germany waives visa fees for Indian students: How Gratis visa works

Indian students can now travel to Germany for short-term academic programmes without paying visa fees, under a new agreement between the two countries

Germany 'strongly' supports India-EU FTA by autumn: FM Johann Wadephul

Wadephul is on a two-day visit to India, which was planned earlier but comes on the heels of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's huddle with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi

'India, Germany already in Trade Premier League,' says German FM Wadephul

German FM Johann Wadephul praised India's tech rise, reaffirmed support for EU-India FTA talks, backed Ukraine peace efforts, and said ties would expand in trade and security

India, Germany highlight 'strategic autonomy' amid global challenges

Jaishankar mentioned that both ministers reviewed the global situation, regional issues, and multilateral developments, including the Ukraine conflict

India counting on Germany's support to expedite EU FTA: Jaishankar

Welcoming Wadephul on his first visit to India, Jaishankar said that India and Germany share a strong history of multilateral cooperation

EAM Jaishankar meets Germany MP, discusses growing bilateral ties

Germany and India share a strong strategic partnership, which has grown steadily over the decades since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1951

Germany woos Indian students amid rising uncertainty in US visa policies

Applications to German universities have surged 30% in recent months, with Ambassador Philipp Ackermann citing Germany's appeal amid uncertainty over US student visa rules

Germany strongly supports India in its fight against terrorism: FM Wadephul

Germany reaffirmed its strong support and solidarity with India in the fight against terrorism, Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told an Indian parliamentary delegation that outlined New Delhi's resolve to not give in to nuclear blackmail by Pakistan. As the delegation visited the European country, it conveyed to German political and diplomatic leadership India's unwavering united stand for zero-tolerance for terrorism, especially in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. The delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, concluded its visit to Germany on Saturday, with the Indian Embassy stating that New Delhi's firm and principled position against terrorism found resonance across the top political leadership, decision-makers and think-tanks reinforcing depth of the India-Germany Strategic Partnership. Earlier on Friday evening, the delegation called on Minister Wadephul, who, building on his recent meeting with External Affairs Minister S .

Jaishankar visit boost India-Germany ties, marks 25 yrs of partnership: MEA

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held extensive discussions with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul in Berlin covering the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation and the two sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to further expand collaboration in key strategic areas, including defence and AI. The Ministry of External Affairs in a statement here said the external affairs minister visited Germany from May 22-24. His visit within a month of the new government formation in Germany is reflective of the high priority both sides attach to bilateral ties, it said. The ministry said Jaishankar's visit to Germany at the time when both countries are celebrating the milestone of completion of 25 years of Strategic Partnership is significant. It led to renewed engagement with the newly-constituted German government, injecting fresh momentum into the India-Germany Strategic Partnership and reaffirming commitment of both sides to further strengthening political, economic, technologica

India will deal with Pakistan purely bilaterally: EAM Jaishankar in Germany

EAM S Jaishankar confirms India's bilateral stance on Pakistan, highlights zero tolerance for terrorism, and deepens strategic cooperation with Germany during his Europe visit

EAM Jaishankar, German MPs discuss India's stand against terrorism

Sharing the details in a post on X, EAM appreciated the support of the members of the Parliament for the growth of India-Germany ties.

Jaishankar begins visit to Germany, Denmark, Netherlands today: Details

S Jaishankar will visit Germany, Denmark and Netherlands from May 19-24, where he will brief leaders on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor, and India's zero-tolerance stance on cross-border terrorism

German official calls urban development key focus of ties with India

Blume recalled that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed in 2022 to strive to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals

India, EU to negotiate FTA by year-end, says German envoy Ackermann

I think there is a dedication, commitment to the FTA between India and Europe, he said

Germany wants better ties with India on defence, skilled labour: Ambassador

Germany's incoming government has outlined plans to deepen its partnership with India, particularly in the areas of defence and skilled labour migration, German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann has said. Ackermann highlighted that the coalition treaty agreed upon by the two parties forming the next German government explicitly references India multiple times. "The most significant point is that this government wants to enhance cooperation with India and strengthen bilateral ties," Ackermann told PTI on Friday, adding that the incoming government specifically highlights defence and skilled labour migration as key areas of focus. The new German government is yet to be officially sworn in, pending the election of a chancellor and the appointment of ministers in parliament over the coming two weeks. However, Ackermann expressed optimism about the trajectory of Indo-German relations under the new administration. "We can expect the new German government to be very active and very