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France election: Major setback for Macron as far-right wins first round, run-off horsetrading begins
World | Jul 01, 2024, 10:43 AM ISTFrench voters face a decisive choice on July 7 in the runoff of snap parliamentary elections that could see the country’s first far-right government since the World War II Nazi occupation — or no majority emerging at all.
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France Parliamentary Elections: Who are the top contenders in fray against Macron's centrist party
Explainers | Jun 30, 2024, 03:45 PM ISTFrance elections: The outcome of the two-round election, which will wrap up July 7, could impact European financial markets, Western support for Ukraine, and how France’s nuclear arsenal and global military force are managed.
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France Legislative Election: Macron's party may suffer major losses in snap polls as voting begins
World | Jun 30, 2024, 03:46 PM ISTFrench voters began voting in the first round of a snap parliamentary election that could usher in the country's first far-right government since World War Two, a potential sea change at the heart of the European Union.
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France bans extreme-right and radical Islamic groups ahead of snap elections announced by Macron
World | Jun 26, 2024, 09:36 PM ISTMacron suddenly announced snap legislative elections after his party suffered a humbling defeat to Marine Le Pen's far-right party in the European Parliament elections. Opinion polls show Le Pen's National Rally party ahead in the upcoming polls, but without an absolute majority.
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Meloni's 'death stare' at Macron goes viral, 'less-than-friendly' handshake puzzles netizens
Trending | Jun 15, 2024, 05:04 PM ISTItaly and France clashed over the inclusion of abortion rights in the G7 final communique, and Meloni ultimately prevailed. Macron said Italy did not have the "same sensibilities", and Meloni accused him of scoring political points ahead of a national election in France.
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Indian, French governments negotiate 26 Rafale fighter aircraft deal for Indian Navy | DETAILS
India | Jun 14, 2024, 03:45 PM ISTThe overall project is likely to be worth over Rs 50,000 crore, which would help increase the number of these advanced aircraft in the Indian inventory to 62, sources said.
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G7 Summit 2024: PM Modi, Macron discuss ways to strengthen partnership in defence, space | WATCH
World | Jun 14, 2024, 07:54 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi, who received the invitation for the grand event by his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni and reached Italy on Friday with a high-profile delegation. This is PM Modi's first overseas trip in his 'historic' third term and is scheduled to meet several world leaders.
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G7 Summit: PM Modi to hold meeting with Meloni but all eyes on interaction with Trudeau, Zelenskyy
World | Jun 14, 2024, 10:44 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi has said he was looking forward to engaging in productive discussions with world leaders at the G7 Summit on Friday to address global challenges and foster international cooperation for a brighter future.
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Macron dissolves French Parliament as far-right advances in EU polls, calls for early elections
World | Jun 10, 2024, 08:22 AM ISTThe EU election results were a hard blow for Macron, who has been advocating for Europe-wide efforts to defend Ukraine and the need for the EU to boost its own defences and industry.
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Love not lost! 100-year-old WWII veteran marries 96-year-old fiancee near Normandy's D-Day beaches
World | Jun 08, 2024, 05:51 PM ISTHarold Terens, 100, and Jeanne Swerlin, 96, are both widows from earlier marriages and started dating in 2021. Terens was honoured during the D-Day commemorations in Normandy, France, having enlisted in the US Army in 1942 and repairing planes during the Allied invasion in France on June 6, 1944.
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Biden publicly apologises to Ukrainian President for delay in military aid against Russia | VIDEO
World | Jun 07, 2024, 06:00 PM ISTThe $61 military aid provided by the US to Ukraine in April was beset with several delays, primarily due to opposition from Republicans. Zelenskyy has expressed frustration with delays in Western military aid, which has caused Russian troops to gain advantage in the battlefield.
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France to provide Mirage 2000 warplanes to Ukraine, announces Macron after meeting Zelenskyy
World | Jun 07, 2024, 01:37 PM ISTMacron's deployment of Mirage fighter jets comes as Ukraine is seeking more Western aid to counter Russian forces, who have launched an operation near Kharkiv. Zelenskyy is currently in France to attend D-Day commemorations, where he will meet US President Joe Biden as well.
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Awkward! Joe Biden caught in chair mix-up in France, people question his health | VIDEO
World | Jun 07, 2024, 10:15 AM ISTIn an awkward moment, Biden was seen trying to sit down while other dignitaries like Emmanuel Macron were standing, then awkwardly froze in his position. His wife Jill Biden was seen murmuring something in his ear and was later witnessed escorting him out of the main ceremony.
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WATCH: Parachutists jump from WWII-era planes in Normandy to commemorate 80th anniversary of D-Day
World | Jun 03, 2024, 09:23 AM ISTThousands of soldiers from the US, Britain, Canada and other Allied countries took part in landing operations at Normandy on June 6, 1944, for the liberation of France from Nazi Germany. Veterans in their nineties are now returning to Normandy to honour their fallen comrades.
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Macron in New Caledonia: French President arrives in New Caledonia to discuss civil unrest
News | May 23, 2024, 04:04 PM ISTFrench President Emmanuel Macron met with local officials in New Caledonia on Thursday (May 23) as he arrived in the French-ruled Pacific island trying to end deadly riots triggered by a contested electoral reform. Watch to know more!
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India, France hold 7th edition of 'Shakti': What is it, when did it start? Know about all editions
Explainers | May 22, 2024, 02:03 PM ISTExercise Shakti: The joint exercise facilitates developing inter-operability, bonhomie and camaraderie between armed forces personnel of the two countries. This also enhances the level of defence cooperation, further fostering bilateral relations between India and France.
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French police gun down armed man suspected of planning to set fire to synagogue
World | May 17, 2024, 01:00 PM ISTThe French interior ministry said the man was "neutralised" who was "clearly wanted" to set fire to the Jewish worship place. The regional unrest in the Middle East over the Israel-Hamas war has led to a rise in antisemitism in France.
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French ministers hold crisis meeting as New Caledonia enters state of emergency
News | May 16, 2024, 04:29 PM ISTFrench Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin held on Wednesday night (May 15) a crisis meeting on the situation in New Caledonia as the Pacific island entered a state of emergency and police reinforcements were sent to the territory.
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France imposes state of emergency after four killed in New Caledonia riots over voting rules | WATCH
World | May 16, 2024, 09:59 AM ISTNew Caledonia is a French overseas territory where riots broke out after lawmakers passed a new bill granting voting rights to French residents above 10 years. The move has sparked concerns of diluting the vote of the indigenous Kanak community, leading to violent riots.
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Cannes Film Festival 2024: 5 must visit places in Cannes
Travel | May 15, 2024, 02:47 PM ISTCannes is home not only to the most famous red carpet in the world but is a great vacation spot for tourists. Boasting a rich cultural heritage, luxury promenades and the most beautiful beaches, it is surely to become a 'must-visit' place on your travel bucket list.