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  Defying Niger's ruling junta, French envoy to stay in his post in Niamey despite being told to leave

  World | August 28, 2023 18:38 IST

  Sylvain 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 | August 28, 2023 15:35 IST

  Notably, 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 | August 15, 2023 22:23 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 | August 12, 2023 22:46 IST

  According 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 | August 12, 2023 8:58 IST

  Rahul 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 | August 09, 2023 21:31 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 | August 08, 2023 19:50 IST

  This 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 | August 07, 2023 8:33 IST

  Despite 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 | August 04, 2023 17:59 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 | August 02, 2023 22:30 IST

  After 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 | August 04, 2023 17:50 IST

  On 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 | July 18, 2023 12:21 IST

  This 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 | July 16, 2023 6:09 IST

  PM 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 | July 15, 2023 8:12 IST

  Prime 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 | July 15, 2023 0:53 IST

  Making 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 | July 14, 2023 22:27 IST

  In 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 | July 14, 2023 16:05 IST

  The 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 | July 14, 2023 12:00 IST

  This 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 | July 14, 2023 10:59 IST

  France 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 | July 14, 2023 9:16 IST

  Prime 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.