Europe

PM Modi attends Bastille Day Parade as Guest of Honour

The Bastille Day Parade, which PM Modi attended as the Guest of Honour with Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron, has concluded in Paris

2023-07-14T13:30:24.633754+00:00 IST

Ukraine Deputy Foreign Minister calls on India to join platform

During the Ukrainian-Indian political consultations held in Kyiv on July 13, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Emine Dzhaparova invited India to participate in the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula and called on Indian leaders to join the International Crimea Platform and participate in its third summit.

2023-07-14T13:27:06.894731+00:00 IST

PM Modi attends lunch hosted by Yaël Braun-Pivet in Paris

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in France for a two-day visit, on Friday attended lunch hosted by President of France's National Assembly Yaël Braun-Pivet in Paris.

2023-07-14T12:33:50.703499+00:00 IST

Russian lawmakers vote for law to ban gender reassignment surgery

Before it comes into effect, the bill must still be passed by the Federation Council and signed by President Vladimir Putin.

2023-07-14T12:08:50.339093+00:00 IST

Proud to welcome India as Guest of Honour": President Macron

Calling India a ‘giant’ in world history and a strategic partner, French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed New Delhi as the Guest of Honour at the Bastille Day parade.

2023-07-14T09:49:31.395027+00:00 IST

PM Modi, President Macron witness Bastille Day Parade

The grand celebrations for Bastille Day began at Champs-Élysées in Paris on Friday with French President Emmanuel Macron arriving at the main stage after receiving a guard of honour

2023-07-14T09:06:13.995882+00:00 IST

Here's the list of gifts PM Modi received from President Macron

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on an official visit to France, was presented with several gifts — with historical and cultural linkages — by French President Emmanuel Macron during the private dinner on Thursday.

2023-07-14T07:53:41.231193+00:00 IST

“Paris mein hardik swagat…” Emmanuel Macron welcomes PM Modi

Ahead of the French National Day celebrations, President Emmanuel Macron on Friday extended a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be the Guest of Honour at the Bastille Day Parade.

2023-07-14T05:55:18.744179+00:00 IST

UK panel report warns of national security threats from China

Accusing the UK government of “failing to recognise the issues involved”, the report stated that China has penetrated "every sector" of the UK's economy.

2023-07-14T03:23:50.834667+00:00 IST

UAE participates in Emerging Peacemakers Forum

The forum, held from July 6th to 14th, was organised in partnership between the Muslim Council of Elders, the World Council of Churches, and the Rose Castle Foundation.

2023-07-14T02:00:57.779925+00:00 IST

PM Modi thanks French President, First Lady for hosting him

Taking to his official Twitter handle, PM Modi stated, "I thank President @EmmanuelMacron and Mrs. Macron for hosting me at the Élysée Palace this evening."

2023-07-14T01:11:59.269197+00:00 IST

PM Modi speaks of his 40-yr-old association with France

PM Modi recalled about taking the membership of Alliance Francaise - the cultural centre of France in India, around 40 years back, and that he was the first person who got registered with it. 

2023-07-14T01:01:19.382028+00:00 IST

PM Modi expresses resolve to create bright future for India

"Today's India is finding permanent solutions to its current challenges, problems that have been going on for decades. India is determined that it will neither miss any opportunity nor waste a moment's time. We are working with full force to make the future of the country bright, to make the future of the coming generation bright," PM Modi said while addressing the Indian community at La Seine Musicale in Paris. 

2023-07-14T00:15:25.171631+00:00 IST

PM Modi conferred with 'Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour'

"Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was conferred with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France's highest award, on 13 July 2023, by H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic of France. Prime Minister thanked President Macron for this singular honour on behalf of the people of India," the Ministry of External Affairs said in the statement. 

2023-07-13T23:06:49.866837+00:00 IST

Issues regarding OCI cards in Reunion Island resolved: PM Modi

"A few years back, when NITI Aayog was formed, we gave a proper place to the potential and contribution of the Indian diaspora. I am happy to say that the issues regarding OCI cards in Reunion Island have been resolved now. Now, OCI cards are being issued there," Modi said. 

2023-07-13T22:42:14.226143+00:00 IST

Indians pursuing masters in France to get post-study visa...: PM

PM Modi made the announcement during his address to the Indian community at LA Seine Musicale in Paris. He received a gala welcome from the people gathered there.

2023-07-13T22:16:34.693989+00:00 IST

PM Modi, French counterpart Elisabeth Borne discuss cooperation

"The leaders discussed furthering cooperation in various areas such as economic and trade, energy, environment, education, mobility, railways, digital public infrastructure, museology and people to people ties," Prime Minister's Office said in a press release. 

2023-07-13T20:56:51.525945+00:00 IST

French President hosts private dinner in honour of PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi arrived at Elysee Palace in Paris for dinner on Thursday evening. He was received by French President Emmanuel Macron and French First Lady Brigitte Macron. 

2023-07-13T20:55:48.297570+00:00 IST

India and France have agreed to use UPI in France: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that India and France have agreed to use Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payment mechanism and it will begin from the iconic Eiffel Tower. 

2023-07-13T19:59:37.318495+00:00 IST

India to open new consulate in Marseille in France

The Prime Minister noted that French football player Kylian Mbappe is "superhit" among the youth in India and added that the player “is probably known to more people in India than in France”

2023-07-13T19:54:03.186898+00:00 IST

People-to-people connect is foundation of India-France ties: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the people-to-people connect between France and India is the "strongest foundation" of the partnership between the two countries

2023-07-13T19:00:23.890274+00:00 IST