On This Day in History June 1: From Genghis Khan and Scotch whisky to Marilyn Monroe, Superman's debut, The Beatles and other major eventsJune 1 marks significant historical moments. From Genghis Khan's capture of Peking in 1215 to the birth of Marilyn Monroe and the launch of...
31 May, 2026, 11.46 PM IST
In 1887, a father trying to fix his son’s rough tricycle ride led to the breakthrough invention that changed modern travelA father's simple desire for his child's comfort led to a world-changing invention. John Boyd Dunlop's pneumatic tire transformed bumpy tri...
26 May, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
In 1823, a chemist working with rubber and coal tar found cloth turning strangely dry: It wasn't just treated fabric, and it changed how rainy cities could dressIn 1823, Charles Macintosh revolutionized the world of outerwear by inventing a waterproof fabric. By cleverly bonding rubber with cloth, h...
25 May, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Why do some of the world’s greatest ideas begin with almost nothing? Hungarian mathematician George Pólya once said, 'Mathematics is the cheapest science, unlike physics or chemistry, it does not require…’George Pólya's quote highlights that powerful thinking, particularly in mathematics, requires only a pencil and paper, not expensive tools....
24 May, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Sir Walter Scott: 'Love will subsist on wonderfully little..'—Top quotes by the famous novelist known for the Waverley novels and IvanhoeQuote of the Day: Sir Walter Scott, a celebrated author, penned a timeless quote about love and hope. His words suggest love can survive on...
12 May, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Liam Neeson: 'It’s still a great, big, beautiful, wonderful world no matter what...'—Inspiring quotes by the actor from Schindler's ListQuote of the Day: Liam Neeson's enduring optimism shines through his Quote of the Day, emphasizing the world's beauty and the importance of...
08 May, 2026, 09.10 PM IST
King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive at White House for state dinner hosted by President TrumpUK's King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived at the White House on Tuesday evening (local time) for a state dinner hosted by US Presiden...
29 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Indri Visitor Centre: India’s latest whisky destination where craft, culture, and whisky convergeIndia's Indri Visitor Centre emerges as a landmark in global whisky tourism, offering an immersive experience that blends heritage, innovat...
27 Apr, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by Scottish philosopher and ‘father of modern economics’ Adam Smith: ‘No society can surely be flourishing and happy of which…’Adam Smith, a foundational economist, believed true national prosperity hinges on the well-being of its people, not just wealth metrics. He...
04 Apr, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
HGS to hire 500 people for European operationsThese are across roles in customer service, acquisition (sales), retention (loyalty), technical helpdesk and provisioning. These roles will...
09 Sep, 2015, 03.05 PM IST
India, Scotland explore trade opportunities under Make in IndiaScottish exports to India were worth $379 million in last year, and IT and BPO, education, biotechnology and energy were identified as furt...
26 Aug, 2015, 01.19 PM IST
Scottish, Indian varsities partner for research, innovationUniversity of Dundee has signed an MoU with Bangalore Bio Cluster to create a joint Drug Discovery Centre to tackle antimicrobial resistanc...
29 Oct, 2014, 06.50 PM IST
PM Modi's 'Make in India' campaign: 12 Scottish firms visiting India for business, tie-ups next weekSDI said the delegation will meet over 100 Indian companies across Bangalore, Hyderabad and Delhi, during their visit from October 6 to 10.
01 Oct, 2014, 06.53 PM IST
'Scottish development funding in India having strong impact'Support extended by the Scottish govt's IDF for projects in India was having a "strong and lasting" impact, Scotland's International Develo...
12 Oct, 2013, 11.01 PM IST
- Our focus is on viable technologies: Tom Lamb
Tom Lamb, head of energy and engineering at SDI, was in India recently, to talk to representatives of Indian companies that have a presence...
03 Jul, 2010, 05.26 AM IST
'We expect more Indian investments'SDI operations-director David Smith was recently in India to meet representatives of Indian companies, industry bodies such as Nasscom and ...
21 Mar, 2009, 04.56 AM IST
- Scottish cos wants to invest in oil & gas
Scottish firms seem to be high on Indian energy sector. The Scottish Develop-ment Institute (SDI) has come to India to explore possibilitie...
04 Aug, 2006, 09.20 PM IST