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PM Modi meets top CEOs in Paris, highlights India’s growing innovation potential

PM Modi meets top CEOs in Paris, highlights India’s growing innovation potential

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met several top CEOs and business leaders here, highlighting tremendous opportunities in India’s growing innovation and manufacturing ecosystem.  After concluding a successful round of meetings at the G7 Summit in France’s Evian, PM Modi arrived in Paris where he received a ‘warm welcome’ by the Indian diaspora. “PM Modi met Arthur Mensch, Co-founder and CEO of Mistral AI. PM highlighted the opportunities in India’s growing AI ecosystem. Mr @arthurmensch expressed Mistral AI’s strong interest in collaborating with India and partnering with Indian companies to drive innovation and expand AI capabilities,” Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), wrote on X. PM @narendramodi met Mr Arthur Mensch, Co-founder and CEO of Mistral AI. PM highlighted the opportunities in India’s growing AI ecosystem. Mr @arthurmensch expressed Mistral AI’s strong interest in collaborating with India and partnering with Indian companies to drive… pic.twitter.com/qCux9pfWaW — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 18, 2026 PM Modi also met Martin Sion, CEO of Alstom, and discussions focused on opportunities in mobility and railway modernisation. …

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 …

‘Nice to have met you in Nice’: PM Modi’s X exchange in France with Macron after ‘productive’ first leg of meeting

‘Nice to have met you in Nice’: PM Modi’s X exchange in France with Macron after ‘productive’ first leg of meeting

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed delight over meeting French President Emmanuel Macron as part of his visit to Nice, where both leaders inaugurated the ‘Bharat Innovates 2026’ conclave. French President Emmanuel Macron posted a selfie with PM Modi on X. (X/Emmanuel Macron) Taking to X, PM Modi lauded the meeting in Nice and said he was looking forward to their meetings in Evian and Paris. PM Modi, Macron and global leaders will attend the G7 Summit at Evian. “Nice to have met you in Nice. A productive first leg indeed. The India-France partnership will keep scaling new heights,” PM Modi said in a post on X, adding, “See you in Evian and Paris.” The Prime Minister’s remark came in response to a social media post by French President Macron, where he shared a selfie with Modi. The French leader wrote a caption: “Nice!” In an earlier post, PM Modi referred to French President as his friend even as he lauded the close bilateral relations. “I’m grateful to my friend, President Macron for taking …

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 …

Strategic Upgrade To Innovation Push: 21 Big Takeaways From Macron’s India Visit | India News

Strategic Upgrade To Innovation Push: 21 Big Takeaways From Macron’s India Visit | India News

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Last Updated:February 17, 2026, 21:19 IST PM Modi hosted Macron for wide-ranging talks in Mumbai, hours after the French leader arrived on a three-day visit to India. France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands at a press event in Mumbai. (AFP photo) India and France on Tuesday elevated their ties to a “Special Global Strategic Partnership”, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron agreeing to deepen cooperation in defence, trade and technology. Prime Minister Modi hosted Macron for talks in Mumbai during the French leader’s three-day visit to India from February 17 to 19. Macron is also attending the AI Impact Summit. “India and France share a very special relationship,” PM Modi said in a statement. “On the basis of this same trust and shared vision, today we are establishing our relationship as a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’.” ALSO READ: PM Modi, Macron Share Car Ride To India-France Innovation Forum In Mumbai The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) released a list of 21 outcomes from the visit, covering …

French President Macron arrives in Mumbai for bilateral talks| India News

French President Macron arrives in Mumbai for bilateral talks| India News

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French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day. Maharashtra governor Acharya Devvrat and chief minister Devendra Fadnavis were present at the Mumbai airport to receive the French leader. Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar were also present. Macron will spend a day in Mumbai and hold bilateral talks with PM Modi at Lok Bhavan later in the day. Macron will spend a day in Mumbai and hold bilateral talks with PM Modi at Lok Bhavan later in the day. (PTI photo) Later in the evening today, he will attend India-France Innovation Forum at Taj Mahal Hotel. He will also take part in the India-France Year of Innovation and Cultural Commemoration at Gateway of India. Also Read:French Prez Macron in India from Feb 17 for 3-day visit, AI Impact Summit After the engagements in Mumbai, Macron, accompanied by his wife Madame Brigitte Macron, will participate in the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on February 19. Macron will be the second world …

PM Modi Meets French President’s Adviser, Reaffirms Ties Ahead Of Macron’s India Visit | India News

PM Modi Meets French President’s Adviser, Reaffirms Ties Ahead Of Macron’s India Visit | India News

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Last Updated:January 13, 2026, 22:50 IST PM Modi said the discussions were especially significant as both nations mark the India–France Year of Innovation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to French President. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and France continue to share a strong and trusted strategic partnership after he met Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron, in the national capital In a post on X, PM Modi said the two sides reaffirmed close cooperation across several areas. He noted that collaboration between the two countries is expanding into innovation, technology and education. Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron.Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains. Encouraging to see our collaboration expanding into innovation, technology and… pic.twitter.com/V9yEPcculA — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 13, 2026 “Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron. Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains,” the Prime Minister wrote, calling the …

India, France Set To Finalize Rafale-Marine Fighter Jets Deal On April 28

India, France Set To Finalize Rafale-Marine Fighter Jets Deal On April 28

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Last Updated:April 19, 2025, 22:00 IST India, France Set To Finalize Rafale-Marine Fighter Jets Deal On April 28 A Rafale Marine fighter jet taxis on the flight deck of France’s Charles de Gaulle nuclear-powered aircraft carrier operating in the Mediterranean Sea. India and France are set to finalize the Rafale Marine fighter jet deal in April 2025. (IMAGE: REUTERS) India and France are set to finalize a major defense deal for the Rafale M fighter jets on April 28, defence ministry sources speaking to CNN-News18 said. The deal was earlier approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) and is expected to enhance India’s maritime defense capabilities. The French Defence Minister is scheduled to visit India on April 27 ahead of the deal’s official signing. News18 India delivers breaking news, top headlines, and live updates on politics, weather, elections, law and crime,  much more. Stay informed with real-time coverage and in-depth analysis of current events across India. News india India, France Set To Finalize Rafale-Marine Fighter Jets Deal On April 28 Disclaimer: We do not …

Rafale-M operations, anti-submarine warfare in focus during Indo-France naval exercise

Rafale-M operations, anti-submarine warfare in focus during Indo-France naval exercise

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A French Navy Rafale-M fighter jet prepares to land on aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle with an arrestor hook during Ex Varuna off Goa coast on March 22, 2025 | Photo Credit: Dinakar Peri India and France deployed aircraft carriers INS Vikrant and Charles de Gaulle for the bilateral exercise named ‘Varuna’, allowing the Indian Navy getting to closely observe, and operate with, the Rafale-M fighter jets, which it is set to contract soon. The maneuvers also focused on Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) operations. The exercise was held from March 19-22 off the coast of Goa. “For four days we have been working on every naval warfare domain either below the surface, on the surface, or above the surface, interacting with the Indian submarine, with Migs and Rafales of course working all together,” said Rear Admiral Jacques Mallard, Chief of the French Carrier Strike Group, speaking to two Indian media outlets onboard the carrier about 90-100 miles off Goa. “I am just coming back from the debriefing on the exercise on INS Vikrant, and we have been …

PM Modi, French President Macron inaugurate India’s new consulate in Marseille

PM Modi, French President Macron inaugurate India’s new consulate in Marseille

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French President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi wave from the balcony during the inauguration of the Indian Consulate as part of a visit in Marseille, France, on February 12, 2025 | Photo Credit: AP Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday (February 12, 2025) jointly inaugurated India’s new consulate in France’s Marseille city. Mr. Modi is currently visiting France at the invitation of President Macron. The two leaders jointly inaugurated India’s new consulate in Marseille with the press of a button amid cheers from the gathered crowd. PM Modi France visit Day 2 LIVE updates Many of these gathered had come bearing national flags of both India and France, while some sported a tricolour headgear, adding colour to the occasion. Before the inauguration, Mr. Modi and Mr. Macron visited the historic Mazargues Cemetery and paid tribute to the Indian soldiers who made sacrifices fighting in the Great War. Later, the two leaders also interacted with a section of the people in the crowd. Published – February 12, 2025 03:54 pm …