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NB Viewpoint | "India to be on front row in world's transformation" Macron remarks as he reminisces his visit to New Delhi-Jaipur

President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (Feb 4) posted a video highlighting a glimpse from his recent visit to India during the Republic Day celebrations and praised India.

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NB Explains | Modi-Macron likely to use UPI for transactions at Hawa Mahal; All about French President Macron's visit to Jaipur ahead of R-Day

French President Emmanuel Macron will land in Rajasthan's Jaipur on Thursday (Jan 25) and meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both leaders are likely to use UPI for transactions at Hawal Mahal.

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Kartavya Path preps for Republic Day parade amid severe cold & fog

Braving the bitter cold and the early-morning fog, the forces were seen marching to drumbeats during dress rehearsals for the 75th Republic Day parade at the Kartavya Path.

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French President Emmanuel Macron invited to 2024 Republic Day chief guest

Strengthening India-France ties, French President Emmanuel Macron has been invited to be the chief guest on Republic Day 2024

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French President Macron arrives in Tel Aviv to express solidarity with Israel; likely to meet Palestinian President

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Oct 24) arrived in Tel Aviv amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas to express his country's solidarity with Israel. He will meet his Palestinian counterpart.

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NB Explains | Hamas calls for 'Global rage day' & teacher murdered in France with roars of 'Allahu Akbar'

While Israel is striving the barbarism of Islamist aggression of the Palestinian Hamas group, France witnessed another incident of Islamist aggression. "We stand together and stand tall," said Macron

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Threat to French President Macron: Chopped Human Finger Mailed to Elysee Palace Sparking Probe

A parcel containing a sliced human fingertip was sent to the official home of French President Emmanuel Macron in an unusual threat event.

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Modi at Bastille Day Parade: PM Modi arrives at Champs-Elysees to witness Indian tri-services contingent march in Paris

PM Modi has arrived in France for the grand celebrations for Bastille Day began at Champs-Élysées in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron arriving at the main stage after receiving a guard of honour.

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NB Explains | ‘Sare Jahan Se Accha’ raids Paris skies as Indian contingent marches at Bastille Day Parade

The Indian military contingent marched to the beats of ‘Sare Jahan Se Accha’ even as a compliment of Rafale fighters of the Indian Air Force (IAF) participated in a flypast over the Champs-Elysees at the Bastille Day Parade.

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Violence In France Has its Roots in Racial Discrimination

The Riots that started last week in Paris, the Capital of France, had severe repercussions not only in other cities of France but also in other countries of Europe. A 17 year old boy named Nahel was shot dead by a Traffic Policeman in the suburb of Paris named Nanterre.

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Macron postpones state visit to Germany amid unrest in France

French President Emmanuel Macron has decided to postpone his state visit to Germany due to intense protests in France which erupted after the fatal police shooting of a teenager that has shocked the whole nation.

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NB Explains | Paris protests: Macron urges calm amid violence; deploys 40,000 officers to control riots

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday (Jun 29) urged calm and called the violence "unjustifiable", after protests spread across the country following a 17-year-old boy being shot dead by police.

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Three Indian Rafale combat aircraft to participate in France's Bastille Day Parade with PM Modi as Chief Guest

Three Indian Air Force Rafale fighter jets, as part of the military contingent, are poised to participate in the Bastille Day flypast over the Champs Elysees, Paris, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi would be the guest of honour.

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NB In List | PM Modi holds bilateral talks with THESE world leaders including France in Hiroshima

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Japan for the G7 summit on Friday, held several bilateral talks with the world leaders

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NB Viewpoint | "Europe has protected us from crises," says Macron on Europe Day

French President Emmanuel Macron on the occasion of Europe Day, said "Europe has protected us from crises and it will enable us to create jobs, security and order in a world full of dangers."

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Despite heavy protests, French President Macron signs pension reform into law

French President Emmanuel Macron, despite severe protests across the country, has signed a pension bill into law to raise the country's retirement age by two years, western media reported on Saturday (Apr 15).

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NB Viewpoint | EU shouldn't follow US or China on Taiwan suggests French President Macron after China visit

French President Emmanuel Macron called for EU to implement its stated policy of "strategic autonomy" and argued the bloc could become a "third pole" alongside China and the US.

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Protests intensify across France over Macron's decision on pension reform

The ongoing protests in France have grown tense amid widespread anger among the protesters who have been opposing President Emmanuel Macron's decision on pension reform. Macron's plan has angered a society that reveres retirement and a generous balance between work and leisure.

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NB Explains | Air India places largest-ever aircraft deal of 470 with Airbus, Boeing; here's why it is ‘historic’

With AI signing MoUs for 68 Trent XWB-97 engines, it has now become the biggest ever order for the Trent XWB-97, which exclusively powers the Airbus A350-1000. Also, AI's order of 12 Trent XWB-84 engines – the sole engine option for the Airbus A350-900 – is also being considered a huge order. Though no financial details of the order have been disclosed.

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Political heads of France, Germany & Australia to visit New Delhi in coming months

The Ministry of External Affairs and the Prime Minister's Office are having a busy start to the new year 2023. In addition, the G20 foreign ministers meeting will also take place in New Delhi this March.

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Indian Navy expected to sign contract with France's Dassault Aviation for 'Rafale Marine' for INS Vikrant

In yet another development, it is expected that India Navy sign a contract with French defence manufacturers Dassault Aviation for 'Rafale Marine'. The contract is expected to be signed during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to New Delhi in March 2023

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NSA Ajit Doval leads Indian side at 36th Strategic Dialogue with France held today

India and France will hold the 36th Strategic Dialogue on Thursday (Jan 5) in New Delhi during which the two sides will discuss wide-ranging bilateral and global issues. NSA Ajit Doval will be leading the Indian side.

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Kurds protest killing of 3 community members in Paris

Kurds of France on Friday (local time) took to the streets in Paris to protest the shooting of three people at a cultural centre and Kurdish cafe. The suspected attacker with long criminal record has been arrested.

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France extends support to India as it assumes G20 presidency, UNSC chair

As India takes over the presidency of G20 and the chair of UNSC for the month of December, French ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain, has expressed his country's full support.

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After meeting Singh, French Minister of Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu meets NSA Ajit Doval

NSA Ajit Doval met France's Minister of the Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu and discussed a range of issues of common interest including global, regional and bilateral security-related subjects.

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Macron and Sullivan shower PM Modi with praises at UNGA for his advice to Putin on Russia Ukraine War

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hailed at the United Nations General Assembly for his message to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the Ukraine war, by the US and France at the UNGA meeting in New York.

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France Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna arrives in India, meets PM Modi and MEA Jaishankar

The Foreign Minister of France Catherine Colonna, who is on an official visit to India, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Sept 14) and conveyed President Emmanuel Macron's message of friendship and cooperation to the Prime Minister.

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France President Macron reshuffles cabinet for second time in six weeks

France President Emmanuel Macron has reshuffled his govt on Jul 4, for the second time in six weeks. Three ministers lost their seats in June's legislative elections and were now replaced. Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne will be presenting the new govt's program in the National Assembly on July 6.

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Paris Terrorist Attack 2015: Court finds all three defendants guilty

On Nov 13, 2015, three suicide bombers struck outside Stade de France in Saint-Denis north of Paris during a busy football game. In a simultaneous attack, a squad including another suicide bomber began indiscriminately shooting at people at cafes and restaurants in central Paris.

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PM Modi's unique gifts to G7 leaders resemble Uttar Pradesh's 'One District One Product'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who was on a visit to Germany to attend the G7 Summit, presented its leaders with various gifts displaying India's rich art and crafts, particularly, those related to Uttar Pradesh's 'One District One Product' scheme.

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PM Modi's 65 hours in Europe - An Analysis by News Bharati

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the European Nations of Germany, Denmark and France resembled a diplomatic step up in India's Foreign policy. News Bharati provides a deeper insight of the significance of Prime Minister Modi's first foreign trip of 2022

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PM Modi in Paris

Ending his Europe trip at the French capital, PM Modi landed in Paris on 4th May. France is a vital partner for India starting from Defence to Space. Various areas including trade and business, climate, environment and space, have been discussed.

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PM Modi meets France Prez Emmanuel Macron in last leg of his Europe visit

PM Modi arrived in Berlin on May 2, on the first leg of his three European nation (Germany - Denmark - France) tour. On the final leg of his Europe tour, PM Modi landed in France on May 4.

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Despite of French Naval Group opting out of P-75, France promises support for 'Make in India'

India and France in yesterday's (May 4) meet, have underscored that the long-standing armament cooperation is testimony to the mutual trust between the two countries.

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Paris backs out of submarine project ahead of Modi - Macron meet

The French Naval Group has announced that it will be unable to participate in the P - 75 India (P-75I) submarine project, under which six conventional submarines are to be built in India for the Indian navy.

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PM Modi arrives in Berlin on first leg of three European nation tour, to attend 25 meets in 65 hours

On Tuesday, PM Modi is scheduled to visit Denmark. He will hold talks with leaders from Nordic countries, along with other high-level interactions. The foreign visit will conclude with a stopover in Paris on Wednesday, where the Prime Minister will meet the newly re-elected French President Emmanuel Macron.

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India - France assure strong defence ties in 20th Joint Staff talks

The India - France Joint Staff talks is a forum established to enhance defence cooperation between both the nations through regular talks at the strategic and operational levels.

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Macron takes over in first round of France's Presidential election

Macron currently has 27.41 pc of the votes, while far right Presidential candidate Marine Le Pen is second with 24.03 per cent. Jean - Luc Melenchon is third with 21.57 per cent, and Eric Zemmour is fourth with 6.97 per cent.

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US-Australia military deal irks France: Paris recalls envoys from US and Australia

Paris recalls envoys from US and Australia

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PM Modi once again top with highest approval rating; beats Biden, Trudeau, Merkel

PM Modi once again top with highest approval rating; beats Biden, Trudeau, Merkel

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France President Emmanuel Macron reiterates solidarity with India during the times of crisis

France President Emmanuel Macron reiterates solidarity with India during the times of crisis

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French President Macron plans to attend Tokyo Olympics inaugural ceremony

French President Macron plans to attend Tokyo Olympics inaugural ceremony

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France draws up the bill; Jihadist websites to be cast under surveillance

France draws up the bill; Jihadist websites to be cast under surveillance

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Radical Islam hits Paris yet again! France PM Castex calls the murder of police, an attack on the Republic

Radical Islam hits Paris yet again! France PM Castex calls the murder of police, an attack on the Republic

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Kindness only returns back! After India's global assistance, France assures of aid to India in crisis

Kindness only returns back! After India's global assistance, France assures of aid to India in crisis

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Civil War in Pakistan? Violent protests cut through the heart of Pakistan

Civil War in Pakistan? Violent protests cut through the heart of Pakistan

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Sri Lanka cancels speech of Pak PM Imran Khan in Parliament; Prioritizes relations with India

Sri Lanka had to cancel Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's address to Sri Lankan parliament owing to sustain its relations with India. The decision is also stated to have affected due to increasing debt trap of China over the island nation.

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NSA Ajit Doval to have strategic dialogue with Emmanuel Bonne of France

India and France will hold their annual Strategic Dialogue in New Delhi, on Jan 7. National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will lead the Indian delegation while the French delegation will be led by Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to the French President.

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France to make law against Radical Islamism

French Cabinet recently presented a draft law that targets 'Radical Islamism' that was followed after a spate of terror attacks.

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Talks conclude between PM Modi and Macron to exterminate Islamic Terrorism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron mainly regarding increasing Islamic terrorism and separatist movement in France.

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