india-france relations

Paris, March 28 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar stated on Saturday that he met French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris and conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "It was an honor to meet President Emmanuel Macron of France...

New Delhi, March 5 Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday and discussed shared concerns regarding the evolving situation in West Asia, and the need for a return to dialogue and diplomacy.Following his telephone conversation with Macron, Modi said...

New Delhi, March 4 – In a heartwarming display of cultural diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron exchanged festive greetings in Hindi and French on the occasion of Holi, highlighting the deepening bond between India and France.The exchange took place on...

February 23, New Delhi — In a significant step to broaden India’s inter-parliamentary engagement with the world, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has established Parliamentary Friendship Groups with more than 60 countries. This move reflects a conscious effort by the Indian Parliament to deepen...

New Delhi, February 19 The BJP on Thursday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "visionary leadership" for the "successful" conduct of the AI Impact Summit and criticized the Congress for its criticism, saying those lacking fundamental intelligence cannot acknowledge such a "glorious...

New Delhi, February 19 – "I love your country," was the broad message from French President Emmanuel Macron while speaking exclusively to IANS on Thursday, during the ongoing India AI Impact Summit.The French President explained the extent and impact of the strategic agreement between the two...

Mumbai, February 18 French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron left Mumbai for New Delhi on Wednesday after concluding their official engagements here, including bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.They were seen off at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj...

New Delhi, February 18 – By elevating their relationship to a 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' during French President Emmanuel Macron's ongoing visit to India, both countries have signaled that Paris is moving into the top tier of New Delhi's foreign policy priorities.According to a...

Mumbai, February 18 French President Emmanuel Macron, along with First Lady Brigitte Macron, departed from Mumbai for New Delhi on Wednesday after concluding their engagements here, including bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.They were seen off at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj...

Kolar, February 17 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated on Tuesday that India's collaboration with France is limitless, asserting that the sky is not the limit to the nation's mutually beneficial partnership."India and France are trusted strategic partners," he said.He remarked, "We...

New Delhi/Mumbai, February 17 – India and France on Tuesday elevated their relations to a "special global strategic partnership" and vowed to boost cooperation in key sectors of defense, trade, and critical minerals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron described the...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the establishment of a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’ with France. Delivering a joint statement with French President Emmanuel Macron at Mumbai’s Lok Bhavan, he asserted that this partnership is not only strategic but also one for global stability...

February 17, New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India-France relations extend beyond innovation, being rooted in trust and shared values.PM Modi said, "The two major innovation hubs in the world are coming together. When we talk about India and France, our relationship is...

Mumbai, February 17 Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated the 'India-France Year of Innovation' on Tuesday.Hours after announcing the elevation of the decades-old ties to a "special strategic partnership", the two leaders attended the event where New...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the India-France relationship as a force for global stability in an increasingly uncertain world. He stated this during a joint press briefing following the bilateral meeting with President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai today. Prime Minister Modi emphasised...

Mumbai, February 17 – In a historic move that signals a "turning point" in bilateral relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron formally elevated the India-France relationship to a "Special Global Strategic Partnership" on Tuesday.The announcement came during...

Mumbai, February 17 – National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai. On Tuesday, the actor shared a picture with the French President on his Instagram account.He also wrote a lengthy caption, stating, "It was an honor to meet President Emmanuel...

February 17, New Delhi: The visit of the President of the French Republic to India from February 17–19, 2026, resulted in several key agreements and initiatives across political, technological, defence, and economic sectors.Key Outcomes:Political & Strategic* Upgrading the India-France...

February 17, New Delhi: Addressing the joint statement, French President Emmanuel Macron praised the India-France relationship, noting that several initiatives signed over the past eight years have strengthened bilateral ties.President Macron said the relationship between India and France is...

Mumbai, February 17 – French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized on Tuesday that the India-France relationship has reached a level of mutual trust that is "unique in the world today."After a morning jog at Marine Drive and paying tribute to the victims of the 2008 Mumbai terror attack, the...