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Defying Niger's ruling junta, French envoy to stay in his post in Niamey despite being told to leave
World | Aug 28, 2023, 06:38 PM ISTSylvain Itte was ordered by the Nigerien Foreign Ministry to leave the country within 48 hours on Sunday, citing "actions of the French government contrary to the interests of Niger".
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France bans abaya, a loose-fitting full-length robe worn by Muslims, in schools for THIS reason
World | Aug 28, 2023, 03:35 PM ISTNotably, France's state-run schools have already strict laws against any religious symbols on buildings or government buildings, arguing it violates secular laws.
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Independence Day: World leaders greet country's ethos, 'India enjoys well-earned respect in world'
World | Aug 15, 2023, 10:23 PM IST"Your country has achieved universally acknowledged success in economic, scientific and technical, social and other fields. India enjoys well-earned respect in the world arena and plays an important constructive role in international affairs," read the statement.
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Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb threat, says French Police
World | Aug 12, 2023, 10:46 PM ISTAccording to officials, the Paris landmark and its immediate surroundings were evacuated as a precaution and a bomb squad was also dispatched.
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Rahul Gandhi to visit Europe in September, will meet EU lawmakers
India | Aug 12, 2023, 08:58 AM ISTRahul Gandhi will visit Europe next month where he will meet European Union lawmakers and address the Indian diaspora.
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France: 11 killed after massive fire breaks out in vacation home for disabled people
World | Aug 09, 2023, 09:31 PM IST"Despite the rapid and courageous intervention of the fire department, whom I salute, several casualties are reported," said French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin in a tweet.
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France unveils major initiatives, including 5-year short-stay visa, for Indian students
World | Aug 08, 2023, 07:50 PM ISTThis comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited France as Chief Guest of Bastille Day celebrations in Paris last month.
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Ransomware attacks reach record levels globally, US top target: Report
Technology | Aug 07, 2023, 08:33 AM ISTDespite witnessing a surge in ransomware deployment, Germany, France, and the UK reported lower numbers of attacks compared to the US. The report highlighted that a total of 48 distinct ransomware groups targeted US entities, representing a worrying 75% surge in the average monthly attacks.
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Niger coup: Junta severs military ties with France, ousted 'hostage' leader seeks US intervention
World | Aug 04, 2023, 05:59 PM IST“All aggression or attempt at aggression against the state of Niger will see an immediate response and without warning," said Colonel Maj. Amadou Abdramane, a spokesperson for the coup leaders.
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EXPLAINED | Why Niger citizens are protesting against France and why nations are supporting the coup
Explainers | Aug 02, 2023, 10:30 PM ISTAfter the recent attack on the French embassy in Niamey, European nationals have launched evacuation efforts amid fears of a growing crisis in Niger following the sudden military coup.
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France prepares to evacuate citizens from Niger as military coup get support from African nations
World | Aug 04, 2023, 05:50 PM ISTOn Sunday, thousands of junta supporters surging through the streets of the national capital, Niamey, waving Russian flags and denouncing France, fuelling the evacuation efforts.
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India and France's Road to 2047: Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Explainers | Jul 18, 2023, 12:21 PM ISTThis collaboration signifies the commitment of both nations to deepen their ties and work together on various fronts, including defence and technology development.
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PM Modi France Visit: 'Rafale gets him ticket to Bastille Day Parade', targets Rahul Gandhi
India | Jul 16, 2023, 06:09 AM ISTPM Modi France Visit: Congress on Saturday launched a scathing attack on PM Modi for his France visit and said that Rafale gets him a ticket to the Bastille Day Parade.
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Sandalwood Sitar to Silk: Here’s what PM Modi gifted to French President Macron, his wife
World | Jul 15, 2023, 08:12 AM ISTPrime Minister Modi was in France on a two-day official visit at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.
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Defence ties with France to continue; combat engines, choppers, submarines on cards, says MEA
India | Jul 15, 2023, 12:53 AM ISTMaking a statement after PM Modi-French President Macron meeting, MEA said that India and France will extend their ground-breaking defence cooperation in advanced aeronautical technologies by supporting the joint development of a combat aircraft engine.
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France important partner in ‘Make in India’, Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi in press meet with Macron
India | Jul 14, 2023, 10:27 PM ISTIn a joint presser with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi said that a roadmap to strengthen India-France strategic ties over the next 25 years was being prepared with bold and ambitious goals, as he asserted that defence cooperation was a strong pillar of the relationship.
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To Macron's India giant in world history remark, PM Modi says 1.4 billion Indians grateful to France
India | Jul 14, 2023, 04:05 PM ISTThe Prime Minister responded to a tweet by French President Emmanuel Macron who said that they are proud to have India as the guest of honour on France's Bastille Day.
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Modi in France Day 2: PM to witness Bastille Day Parade, hold delegation talks | Full itinerary
World | Jul 14, 2023, 12:00 PM ISTThis year marks the 25th anniversary of the India – France Strategic Partnership.
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Indian students pursuing Masters in France to get a 5-year post-study visa, announces PM Modi
Career | Jul 14, 2023, 10:59 AM ISTFrance is among the top choices for students who aspire to study abroad after the US, the UK, Germany, and Australia.
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List of international awards received by PM Modi before France's highest honour
India | Jul 14, 2023, 09:16 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with the Farnce’s highest honour, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, by French President Emmanuel Macron.