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India launched Operation Sindoor on May 6-7 to avenge the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. While Pakistan had claimed of shooting down five Indian fighter jets, Indian government has also rejected the claim.
The incident occurred during a music festival in Paris, the capital of France. Similar reports came from three other cities in France, where women at public events complained about being pricked with something like syringes.
The first fuselage sections are expected to roll off the assembly line in 2027-28, with the facility expected to deliver up to two complete fuselages per month.
India and France will sign a Rs 63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale Marine jets to enhance naval capabilities on INS Vikrant, replacing underperforming MiG-29Ks, with delivery tailored to Indian needs.
The long list of participants in Tuesday's discussions will also include Asian and Oceania nations that will join remotely, the French official said.
On Tuesday, Modi and Macron addressed the AI Action Summit and participated in the 14th India-France CEOs Forum, highlighting economic and technological cooperation. This marks Modi's sixth visit to France, further strengthening bilateral ties. A video of the summit has gone viral on social media.
PM Narendra Modi arrived in Marseille and will inaugurate the new Consulate General of India alongside French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday.
As per the World Economic Outlook Report, global tourism expanded by 2.9% in 2024, signaling a resurgence in international travel. Here's a look at the top 10 favourites for millions of travellers, which you can also consider visiting in 2025.
PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are expected to hold bilateral talks on the sideline of the summit, being held on February 10 and 11.
A panel of five judges has declared all 51 men on trial guilty raping Gisele Pelicot.
Macron also emphasised his responsibility to ensure the continuity of the state, the proper functioning of institutions, and the protection of the French people.
President Macron confirmed he will complete his term until 2027 but must appoint a new prime minister after July's elections divided the parliament.
Primas said France is also looking forward to further negotiations between New Delhi and the European Union for finalisation of a "mutually beneficial" free trade deal that could expand two-way economic engagement.
India's defence arsenal has been growing and with the increased defence manufacturing, India is now scaling up its defence exports. Many countries including the United States, France, and Armenia have been buying Indian weapon systems. Now, in a boost for the 'Make in India' scheme, a top French Army officer said that they were evaluating the Indian Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher systems for their requirements. Earlier, Armenia has also expressed an interest in buying the system.
Countries like the United States, France, and Armenia have emerged as the top importers of Indian defence products.
Defence News: India and France are in talks to finalize a deal for the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine jets, intended for deployment on the INS Vikrant aircraft carrier and at various other bases.
Michel Barnier succeeds Gabriel Attal, who stepped down on July 16 after snap legislative elections resulted in a divided and hung parliament, throwing France into political uncertainty.
Rescuers pulled a total of 65 people from the English Channel on Tuesday in a search that lasted more than four hours.
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