Asia

French President says India-France ties based on "Trust, openness

Macron while attending a joint press meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that they decided on Tuesday to elevate the partnership to a Special Strategic Partnership, granting it a new status

2026-02-17T13:04:05.051682+00:00 IST

India, France pledge global reforms, peace, multipolar world

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India and France share a strong commitment to democratic values, the rule of law, and a multipolar world, emphasising the need for reform of global institutions to address international challenges amid global uncertainties.

2026-02-17T12:59:13.893485+00:00 IST

Defence Min, French counterpart attend inaugural ceremony

Vautrin called the India-France defence cooperation as dynamic and ambitious.

2026-02-17T12:53:37.875516+00:00 IST

India, France elevate ties during Marcon visit

India and France on Tuesday elevated their bilateral ties to 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' with Prime Minister Narendra Modi noting that the friendship between the two countries has "no boundaries"

2026-02-17T12:29:19.126264+00:00 IST

China expands propaganda airwaves in Tibet as independent voices

As China advances its sinicisation campaign in the Tibet Autonomous Region, the government has moved aggressively to expand the reach of its Tibetan-language broadcasting, even as access for outside media continues to narrow.

2026-02-17T11:23:00.603514+00:00 IST

Guyana VP arrives for attending AI Impact Summit

Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal lauded the visit, saying that it will strengthen the partnership between both the nations.

2026-02-17T11:22:35.586997+00:00 IST

“It’s a delight to meet my friend”: PM Modi welcomes Macron

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that he was "delighted" to meet his friend, French President Emmanuel Macron, in Mumbai, as part of the latter's fourth visit to the country.

2026-02-17T11:00:24.514780+00:00 IST

CynLr’s CyRo robot debuts at AI Impact Summit

At the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Bengaluru-based CynLr showcased CyRo, a robot that picks up unknown objects intuitively like a human baby. Using advanced vision, it learns in seconds without massive training, aiming to revolutionize factories with adaptive, software-defined automation.

2026-02-17T10:59:14.036097+00:00 IST

Tarique Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh PM

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh's Prime Minister, marking the party's return to power after two decades. President Md. Shahabuddin administered the oath. The new cabinet includes many first-time ministers. Rahman pledged unity, stability, rule of law, and order. India was represented by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

2026-02-17T10:50:38.292572+00:00 IST

"Beautiful partnership": MEA outlines roadmap for India-France ties as PM Narendra Modi, President Macron meet in Mumbai

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai for talks with PM Narendra Modi, focusing on India-France cooperation across sectors. He paid tribute to 26/11 victims and will join the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. Both leaders will also launch the Year of Innovation 2026.

2026-02-17T10:39:53.012453+00:00 IST

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with French President Macron

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai, as part of the latter's fourth visit to India.

2026-02-17T10:32:07.145587+00:00 IST

PM Modi meets French President Macron

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived at Maharashtra Lok Bhavan in Mumbai and met with the French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of their talks, as part of the latter's fourth visit to the country.

2026-02-17T10:16:27.320487+00:00 IST

French President Macron embraces morning jog in Mumbai

The jog proceeded peacefully, with minimal disruption from the media and locals along the route. Wearing a navy blue T-shirt and black sunglasses, Macron decided not to disrupt his fitness routine despite being in a foreign country, ahead of a long day of diplomatic meetings.

2026-02-17T09:36:20.069716+00:00 IST

'Reform Express' to roll on: EAM Jaishankar at Mumbai GEC Summit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar warned that the global order is entering a messy and unpredictable transition. Speaking at the Global Economic Cooperation Summit in Mumbai, he highlighted the growing role of politics, security, and AI, while emphasising India's strategy of building national capabilities, sustaining reforms, and deepening engagement with international partners.

2026-02-17T09:28:40.462459+00:00 IST

Pakistan’s administrative apathy sparks public protests in PoGB

Public frustration spilled onto the streets of Gilgit as women and students staged separate protests, highlighting what residents described as chronic governance failures in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB). The demonstrations were triggered by prolonged electricity load-shedding and a worsening drinking water crisis in the Jutial area, as reported by Dawn.

2026-02-17T09:25:46.513114+00:00 IST

HRCP slams Pakistan's CCD for 'staged' encounters in Punjab

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has accused Punjab's Crime Control Department of institutionalising staged police encounters. The report recorded over 900 deaths in 2025, alleging systemic extrajudicial killings and a lack of mandatory investigations. HRCP has called for an immediate moratorium and independent oversight into these operations.

2026-02-17T08:47:13.065042+00:00 IST

Bill Gates will deliver keynote address as scheduled at AI Summit

"Bill Gates is attending the AI Impact Summit. He will be delivering his keynote as scheduled," the Gates Foundation posted on its social media platform X.

2026-02-17T08:46:49.966255+00:00 IST

Bolivian Vice President Edmand Lara Montano arrives at Delhi

According to MEA, India and Bolivia maintain friendly and cordial relations. Bilateral exchanges, trade, and investment are promising, with potential to increase mutually beneficial cooperation.

2026-02-17T08:32:20.184920+00:00 IST

Macron, First Lady pay tribute to 26/11 victims in Mumbai

French President Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron paid a solemn tribute to 26/11 victims in Mumbai on Tuesday.

2026-02-17T08:29:42.030443+00:00 IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla reaches Dhaka for Tarique Rahman's swearing-in ceremony

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla reached Dhaka on Tuesday for Tarique Rahman's swearing-in ceremony, emphasizing India's ties with Bangladesh. While the BNP-led alliance celebrates its victory, a procedural split occurred as BNP MPs refused a secondary oath for a reform council, unlike opposition parties. Bhutan's Prime Minister also attended the historic event.

2026-02-17T08:01:34.105451+00:00 IST

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka to arrive in India

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka will land in India on Tuesday evening for the AI Impact Summit 2026, the Sri Lankan High Commission said in a statement.

2026-02-17T07:38:04.226114+00:00 IST