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France lifts airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders
World | Apr 23, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTThe discussion for the removal of the transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders was agreed during the meeting between PM Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai earlier this year.
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UK, France rally 40 nations for Hormuz talks to restore freedom of navigation amid West Asia turmoil
World | Apr 14, 2026, 08:13 PM ISTFrance and the UK will co-host a major video conference this week, assembling over 40 countries to work on restoring safe navigation through the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz. The initiative follows stalled US-Iran talks and growing global concern over rising tensions in West Asia.
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NTPC Limited inks MoU with France's EDF to explore nuclear energy push in India: Report
India | Apr 08, 2026, 11:43 PM ISTNTPC has signed a non-binding MoU with EDF to explore cooperation on nuclear power development in India, focusing on feasibility studies, technology assessment and manpower training. The collaboration fits into NTPC's long-term clean energy strategy as the company expands beyond conventional power.
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Explained: France pulls final remains of gold reserves from US, here's why it holds significance
Business | Apr 07, 2026, 04:44 PM ISTFrance has brought back its remaining gold from the US, consolidating 2,437 tonnes in Paris. The move reflects global repatriation trends, strategic asset control, and capital gains amid record gold prices.
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Trump urges nations to send warships to open Strait of Hormuz: 'We'll bomb the hell out..'
World | Mar 14, 2026, 09:02 PM ISTTrump urged countries including China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom to send ships to the region.
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France to expand atomic arsenal, deploy nuclear-armed aircraft in ally nations: Macron
World | Mar 03, 2026, 03:50 PM ISTTalks on closer nuclear cooperation have begun with several European countries, including Britain, Germany, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Greece, Sweden and Denmark.
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India and France not 'totally dependent' on US, Chinese models: French President Macron | VIDEO
India | Feb 18, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTMacron laid out a precise strategy, emphasizing, "What we want to do is to make sure that we have the data centers and the computing capacities, that we train the talents in our countries and it's clearly about computing capacities, talents and capital."
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Mumbai traffic advisory for Feb 17: Heavy vehicles banned on WEH; check routes to avoid
Maharashtra | Feb 17, 2026, 07:18 AM ISTMumbai traffic advisory: The restriction will remain in place from 8 AM to 9 PM on both sides of the highway, covering the stretch between Vakola Flyover and Dahisar Toll Naka. Trucks, trailers, and other heavy vehicles must avoid this route during these hours.
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AI Summit, defence deals and more: France's Macron to begin 3-day India visit today | Full itinerary
India | Feb 16, 2026, 07:29 AM ISTFrench President Emmanuel Macron will begin his India visit on Monday. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), he will arrive in Mumbai on late Monday night.
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India may procure 31 Rafale-Ms for Navy after 114-jet deal for IAF with France: Report
India | Feb 15, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTIndia may buy an additional 31 Rafale Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy from France after the deal to buy 114 jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). At present, India has 36 Rafale fight jets.
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French President Emmanuel Macron to visit India from Feb 17 to 19, defence deal could be on agenda
India | Feb 10, 2026, 08:07 PM ISTPM Modi and Emmanuel Macron will discuss regional and global issues of mutual interest, including cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, it said. PM Modi and Macron will also be in Mumbai to jointly inaugurate the 'India-France Year of Innovation', the MEA said in a statement.
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Elon Musk’s X raided in France as prosecutors probe data and AI violations
Technology | Feb 03, 2026, 06:46 PM ISTFrench authorities have raided the offices of Elon Musk-owned X in a widening cybercrime investigation linked to data extraction, AI chatbot Grok, and serious content violations.
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France plans social media ban for children under 15 from next school year
World | Jan 25, 2026, 10:45 PM ISTMacron said social media platforms should not be allowed to influence or manipulate young minds. He stressed that children’s emotions and mental well-being must be protected from powerful digital platforms and automated algorithms.
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EU warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over Greenland
World | Jan 18, 2026, 07:34 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump said that he has decided to impose 10 per cent tariffs on several nations, including the United Kingdom (UK), France, Germany and The Netherlands, for opposing his plan to take control of Greenland. The tariffs will come into effect from February 1.
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'US turning away from allies': France's Emmanuel Macron slams Trump's foreign policy
World | Jan 08, 2026, 11:33 PM ISTFrance has rejected the idea of "new colonialism and new imperialism", said Macron, adding that his country and the entire Europe have achieved "greater strategic autonomy, and less dependence" on the US and China, which he called a "step in the right direction".
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India slams joint op-ed by UK, French, German envoys questioning Russia ties ahead of Putin's visit
India | Dec 03, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTIndia has objected to a joint op-ed by the British, French and German ambassadors criticising Russia ahead of President Vladimir Putin's visit. MEA officials called the public advice on India’s foreign relations inappropriate and unusual.
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Ukraine signs a letter of intent to buy up to 100 Rafale warplanes from France
World | Nov 18, 2025, 06:18 PM ISTThe agreement was formalised during President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Paris, where he met French President Emmanuel Macron to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence capabilities amid ongoing Russian attacks.
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Henry VI: How England's youngest king at just 8 months turned into history's most unfortunate ruler
World | Nov 06, 2025, 01:29 PM ISTHenry VI became King of England at barely eight months of age and also held the French throne. He is remembered as one of the most tragic rulers in Europe. His story also remains one of the most dramatic chapters in the history of the English monarchy.
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Countries with the largest dog populations in the world; check where does India stand
World | Oct 28, 2025, 02:18 PM ISTWhile India has a substantial dog population, countries like the US, Brazil, and China have far more. From Japan’s pet-friendly culture to Russia’s “metro dogs,” the global love for dogs continues to grow.
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Macron reappoints Sebastien Lecornu as France PM days after him quitting amid political instability
World | Oct 11, 2025, 07:35 AM ISTThe move is widely seen as Macron’s final attempt to revive his second term, which runs until 2027.