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‘Priya mitra Narendra…’: French President Emmanuel Macron’s Hindi farewell message for PM Modi | Watch

‘Priya mitra Narendra…’: French President Emmanuel Macron’s Hindi farewell message for PM Modi | Watch

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday delivered a surprise farewell message in Hindi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Indian leader wrapped up the final day of his multi-city visit to France. The warm exchange came at the end of Modi’s visit to Paris, the last stop of a France tour that began in Nice before moving to Evian for the G7 summit and the French capital. Emmanuel Macron speaks Hindi to thank PM Modi at end of France visit. (PMO) Macron said in Hindi, “Priya mitra Narendra, mujhe bohot khushi hui aapk Nice, Evian aur Paris mein swagat karke. France aur Bharat ki dosti amar rahe.” (“Dear friend Narendra, I was very happy to welcome you to Nice, Evian and Paris. Long live the friendship between France and India”). The French President then switched to English and added, “I hope it was correct. My dear Narendra Modi, I wanted to thank you so much for your friendship. France loves you. I am so happy you are with so many friends in Paris before …

Technology drives progress only when democratised: PM Modi at VivaTech in Paris

Technology drives progress only when democratised: PM Modi at VivaTech in Paris

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Technology can facilitate progress only when it is democratised, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at France’s largest startup event on Thursday, urging European businesses to take advantage of India’s talent pool, targeted incentives and scale in developing frontier technologies. PM Modi participated in the 10th edition of VivaTech in Paris along with French President Emmanuel Macron Modi participated in the 10th edition of VivaTech in Paris along with French President Emmanuel Macron and addressed a gathering of tech entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders to highlight India’s vision for human-centric artificial intelligence and other cutting edge technologies. “When it comes to technology, along with innovation, what matters is access. Technology can lead to progress only when it is democratised. India believes that in this era of disruption, technology must deliver for all,” he said. AI, he said, must improve lives, widen access, drive growth and help sustain a healthy planet. “Our participation as the AI Country Partner at VivaTech 2026 reflects this very vision. For India, AI means ‘All Inclusive’,” he added. Modi highlighted India’s credentials …

‘I am the boss’: Trump jokingly tells world leaders as he arrives for meeting on final day at G7 summit

‘I am the boss’: Trump jokingly tells world leaders as he arrives for meeting on final day at G7 summit

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Even at a summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, it was Donald Trump who wanted to command the room. As leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) gathered in the French resort town of Evian-les-Bains on Wednesday, the US president arrived late to a morning session. Track the G7 summit live here US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron attend a working session with G7 leaders and outreach partners on promoting economic growth. (REUTERS) “I’m the boss,” Trump declared as he walked into the room, where fellow world leaders were already seated. The comment drew laughter from those present. Macron greeted Trump with, “How are you?” “Good, thank you,” Trump replied before taking his seat. ALSO READ | ‘Several Indians have also lost their lives’: PM Modi flags maritime concerns at G7 summit Trump at the G7 summit Trump’s presence over the three-day summit came days after he announced a tentative peace agreement with Iran. French officials had reason to be relieved. Unlike the previous G7 summit in Canada, where Trump left …

PM Modi arrives in France for G7 Summit, set for talks with Trump, Macron and world leaders

PM Modi arrives in France for G7 Summit, set for talks with Trump, Macron and world leaders

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in France for the G7 Summit, where he will join global leaders for discussions on international cooperation and sustainable development. On the sidelines, he is set to hold bilateral meetings with Donald Trump, Emmanuel Macron, Mark Carney, Keir Starmer and other leaders Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

India, France to double trade in five years, eye greater cooperation in nuclear energy

India, France to double trade in five years, eye greater cooperation in nuclear energy

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India and France on Sunday set a target for doubling two-way trade from the current level of about $16 billion within five years and agreed to work more closely on civil nuclear energy, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron held talks on bolstering bilateral ties and global crises such as the conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia. PM Modi said after the meeting that his “exceptionally productive” talks with Macron focused on enhancing cooperation. (PTI photo) The two leaders held a bilateral meeting at Villa Kerylos in the port city of Nice after jointly inaugurating Bharat Innovates 2026, an event aimed at matching Indian deep tech startups with global investors. Nice was the first stop in Modi’s nearly week-long tour of Europe that will also take him to Slovakia, before he returns to France to join outreach sessions of the G7 Summit later this week. Modi said on social media after the meeting that his “exceptionally productive” talks with Macron focused on enhancing cooperation in defence, technology, space, security, counter-terrorism, innovation, healthcare and …

Narendra Modi in France: Tech, innovation to dominate bilateral agenda | India News

Narendra Modi in France: Tech, innovation to dominate bilateral agenda | India News

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5 min readNew DelhiJun 14, 2026 01:16 AM IST TECH AND innovation are expected to dominate the bilateral agenda at Bharat Innovates 2026, to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron, in Nice, France, on Sunday. The event will bring together top innovation startups from India, France and the world. Bharat Innovates 2026, being held during India-France Year of Innovation, reinforces the vibrant innovation partnership between the two countries. More than 120 Indian companies/startups and prominent business leaders, investors and CEOs from France and other countries are expected to participate in the event. PM Modi reached Nice on Saturday as part of his five-day tour to France and Slovakia. He will be in Nice for two days (June 13-14), then travel to Slovakia from June 14-16 and return to France for a two-day stay — June 16-18 — at Evian and Paris. He will hold the first bilateral summit with President Macron in Nice on Sunday after the elevation of ties to a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’. With the war …

Trump Issues Vague Exit Timeline for Iran War as Top Aide Resigns

Trump Issues Vague Exit Timeline for Iran War as Top Aide Resigns

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President Donald Trump speaks during a Friends of Ireland luncheon for Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in the U.S. Capitol, on St. Patrick’s Day in Washington. (AP Photo) US President Donald Trump, while meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in the Oval Office on Tuesday, said that Washington is not ready yet to leave Iran yet, but added that America will be leaving in the near future. As the conflict in Iran entered 18th day, the Trump administration faced first blow when its top counterterrorism official, nominated by Trump, resigned on Tuesday citing Washington’s war against Iran. However, the US president reacted to Joe Kent’s resignation and said, “I didn’t know him well…But when I read his statement I realised that it’s a good thing that he’s out.” On Iran war: Trump rejected a warning by Iran’s deputy foreign minister regarding US troops on ground would result in Vietnam. When asked if he’s afraid of the outcome of Vietnam scenario in Tehran, the US president said, “I’m really not afraid of anything.” Detailing about …

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi And Macron Discuss West Asia Crisis, US Rejects Reports Of F-15E Eagle Crash In Iran & Other Stories | India News

News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi And Macron Discuss West Asia Crisis, US Rejects Reports Of F-15E Eagle Crash In Iran & Other Stories | India News

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Last Updated:March 05, 2026, 18:42 IST We are also covering: US Rejects Reports Of an F-15E Eagle Crash In Iran, India Offers Condolences On Khamenei’s Death & other stories. Prime Minister Narendra Modi talks to France President Emmanuel Macron (PTI) ‘Shared Concerns’: PM Modi And Macron Discuss West Asia Crisis, Pledge To Coordinate On Peace Efforts Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the escalating situation in West Asia, with both leaders expressing shared concern over the ongoing conflict and calling for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. Read More ‘Baseless And Not True’: US Rejects Reports Of F-15E Eagle Crash In Iran Hours after reports surfaced of Iranian air defences hitting a US F-15E Strike Eagle leading to its crash, the US Central Command rejected it saying they were “baseless”. In a post on X, the US Central Command said, “Rumors circulating on social media of a U.S. F-15E crash in Iran early Wednesday are baseless and NOT TRUE.” Read More India Offers Condolences On Khamenei’s Death, FS Vikram …

PM Modi speaks to France’s Macron, calls for ‘early restoration of peace’ in West Asia| India News

PM Modi speaks to France’s Macron, calls for ‘early restoration of peace’ in West Asia| India News

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron amid concerns that the Middle East conflict could spill over into other areas. Modi France visit Live: PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron pose during the closing session of the Franco-Indian Economic Forum (REUTERS) PM Modi revealed that he discussed the shared Indo-French concerns about the evolving situation in West Asia and the need to return to dialogue and diplomacy in a telephone call. “Spoke with my friend President Emmanuel Macron today. We discussed our shared concerns over the evolving situation in West Asia and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We will continue to engage closely and coordinate efforts towards the early restoration of peace and stability in the region,” he wrote on X. Prime Minister Modi spoke to eight leaders of West Asia since the beginning of the military conflict, before speaking to Macron on Thursday. The phone call also comes a day after the US sank an Iranian navy vessel off the coast of Sri …

Bridging Nations: Ricky Kej on spending 3 days with French President Macron during latter’s visit to India

Bridging Nations: Ricky Kej on spending 3 days with French President Macron during latter’s visit to India

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Indian musical composer, environmentalist and three-time Grammy Award winner, Ricky Kej shares an insight about the 3 days he spent with French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron during their visit to India this month: Ricky Kej with French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron As the wheels of the French Presidential Plane lifted off, carrying the leader of one of the world’s most powerful nations, I found myself aboard, for an unforgettable journey with President Emmanuel Macron. The unexpected delight was not just the destination, but the company – a world leader revered for his leadership, humility, generosity, and unassuming cool, making this an experience that will linger forever. I first met President Emmanuel Macron of France in July 2023 when he invited me for the state dinner hosted in honor of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Louvre Museum. I was in France performing at the Namaste France festival, a cultural extravaganza showcasing India’s rich heritage and contemporary flair to international audiences. At the state dinner, I was …