The UK-India research and innovation relationship has resulted in 258 projects with a joint investment of around 330 million pounds, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) India said in a new report. The report, entitled 'UK-India: Partnerships for Growth with Research and Innovation', is said to illustrate the real world impact of the countries' research and innovation partnership and the opportunities for further bilateral collaboration. It analyses bilateral research and innovation projects co-funded by India and UKRI - a non-departmental public body of the UK government. "I welcome this report which shows how research and innovation contributes to the UK and India's deep rooted partnership and collaborative efforts to transform the lives of people in both our countries, and beyond," said Alex Ellis, British High Commissioner to India. Over 200 technical outputs, including 84 new databases and 20 new pieces of software are listed as outcomes and impacts of UKRI India collaboration in the report.

"UKRI India joint funding resulted in 258 projects. Over 150 million pounds in funding from the UK was matched by Indian counterparts, bringing the overall joint investment to the equivalent of over GBP 330 million," the report notes.