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  Notre Dame Cathedral reopens in Paris after devastating 2019 fire | In Pics

  World | December 08, 2024 14:19 IST

  On April 15, 2019, a massive fire ravaged the 12th-century Notre Dame Cathedral which was under renovation at that time. The rebuilding was done in a record time of five years, which became a matter of praise for French President Emmanuel Macron.

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  PM Modi congratulates Paris Paralympic medal winners, says 'every one of you made country proud'

  Other Sports | September 04, 2024 23:55 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India's Paralympic medal winners for their historic achievements in Paris, highlighting their role in motivating the country's youth and promoting sports. He encouraged the athletes to celebrate their victories, stating that they have made the nation proud.

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  Bangladesh Crisis: Bangladeshi Hindus protest attacks on minorities, demand safety

  News | August 10, 2024 20:09 IST

  Hundreds of Hindu demonstrators took to the streets of the capital Dhaka on Friday (August 9) protesting against attacks on their properties in different corners of Bangladesh after the fall of Sheikh Hasina's regime last week. Watch to know more!

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  France: Vandals attack telecoms lines days after rail sabotage, interrupts phone, internet services

  World | July 29, 2024 16:40 IST

  A police source said it was too early to tell if there was any link to sabotage on the high-speed rail network, which caused travel chaos hours before the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on Friday.

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  Olympics 2024: Nita Ambani hopeful of India's big win in Paris Olympics, praises Indian contingent

  News | July 28, 2024 23:25 IST

  International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Nita Ambani expressed confidence in India’s big win in the ongoing Paris Olympics on July 27. International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Nita Ambani said, "It makes me very happy that in the history of the Olympics for the first time, India has its own

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  Floating Parade of Nations and unprecedented scenes highlights Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony

  Other Sports | July 27, 2024 3:38 IST

  Paris delivered an unprecedented opening ceremony event to kick off the 33rd Summer Olympics with a floating Parade of Nations, music and dance performances for star singers Lady Gaga and Aya Nakamura, and cultural displays through various events at the Seine River.

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  Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony: French capital stuns sporting world with unprecedented scenes

  Other Sports | July 27, 2024 11:36 IST

  Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony: The Seine River is set to host the opening ceremony of the 33rd Summer Games in Paris with over 100 boats to carry more than 10,000 athletes in the Parade of Nations on Friday.

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  Paris Olympics 2024: Trains carrying athletes halted due to sabotage, hours before opening ceremony

  World | July 26, 2024 20:16 IST

  Two trains transporting athletes to the Paris Olympics were unexpectedly stopped just hours before the opening ceremony, causing significant delays and concerns.

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  Olympics 2024: 5 free activities to enjoy in Paris

  Fashion & Lifestyle | July 26, 2024 14:05 IST

  Paris, the City of Lights, is often associated with luxury and high costs. However, there's a wealth of experiences to be had without spending a dime. Here are five free activities to immerse yourself in the magic of Paris:

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  Travelling to Paris to watch Olympic Games 2024? 5 must-visit places to explore in 'City of Light'

  Travel | July 25, 2024 21:36 IST

  Explore the top 5 must-visit places in Paris while attending the Olympic Games 2024. Travel to the iconic landmarks and hidden gems in the 'City of Light' to make your trip unforgettable.

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  Going to attend Paris Olympics? Know 5 other things to do in the 'city of love'

  Travel | July 25, 2024 12:14 IST

  Paris is set to host the Olympics in 2024, a thrilling event for sports enthusiasts. But beyond the stadiums and competitions, the city itself is a treasure trove of experiences. Here are five must-do activities to complement your Olympic adventure.

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  Australian woman gangraped by five men in France, CCTV footage shows her hiding in kebab shop

  World | July 24, 2024 11:00 IST

  The 25-year-old Australian woman was seen taking refuge inside a kebab shop with her dress partially torn off. Customers and staff crowded around her to provide comfort and she was later taken to a hospital after the alleged sexual assault.

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  Paris mayor takes a dip in Seine river to dispel water quality concerns ahead of Olympics | WATCH

  World | July 18, 2024 12:22 IST

  Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo said she would swim in the River Seine to demonstrate that the water quality was up to standards for sports events in the upcoming Paris Olympics. She was joined by Paris 2024 President Tony Estanguet and Paris region prefect Marc Guillaume.

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  French government set to resign today, gay PM Attal to stay on in caretaker capacity till Olympics

  World | July 16, 2024 18:26 IST

  According to two government sources, Macron is anticipated to approve the resignation of Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and his administration by day's end, following inconclusive results from a snap election. They are expected to continue in a caretaker role until a new cabinet is formed.

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  Katy Perry unveils 500-foot dress featuring lyrics of new single 'Woman's World', video goes viral

  Hollywood | June 26, 2024 7:56 IST

  A video of singer Katy Perry is doing rounds on social media wherein she can be seen donning a 500-foot long red-coloured dress featuring the complete lyrics of her upcoming single, Woman's World. Check out the viral videos and pics.

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  Israeli strikes kill nearly 100 in Gaza as negotiators head to Paris for ceasefire talks

  World | February 23, 2024 10:43 IST

  Signalling a small sign of progress in the ongoing ceasefire talks, Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said that the authority of its hostage negotiators will be expanded. Israel is sending negotiators to Paris on Friday as people in Gaza seek to avoid a military assault in Rafah.

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  Indian tourists can now buy tickets for Eiffel Tower in Paris via UPI

  India | February 02, 2024 22:18 IST

  Eiffel Tower is the first merchant to offer UPI payments in France, and the service will soon be extended to other merchants in the tourism and retail space across France and Europe.

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  Mona Lisa painting suffers another attack by climate activists, this time with soup I VIDEO

  World | January 28, 2024 17:05 IST

  The activists represented the French organisation "Riposte Alimentaire" (Food Response), which issued a statement saying the protest sought to highlight the need to protect the environment and sources of food.

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  France grounds Nicaragua-bound aircraft with some 300 Indians on board: Here's why

  World | December 22, 2023 23:54 IST

  The Paris Public Prosecution Office stated that two persons have been arrested and are being questioned by an organised crime team that is investigating suspicions of human trafficking.

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  Jewish community in Paris celebrates Hannukah near Eiffel Tower

  News | December 11, 2023 18:06 IST

  Members of the Jewish community in Paris celebrated the fourth day of Hannukah near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday (December 10), amid a resurgence of anti-Semitic acts across France.