In international diplomacy, words are carefully chosen. That is why French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to speak directly in Hindi while bidding farewell to Prime Minister Narendra Modi caught global attention. What appeared to be a simple message quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of Modi's France visit. But was this merely a friendly gesture? Or did it signal something much bigger about the growing partnership between India and France? The answer reveals an important story that goes far beyond a few words spoken on camera.
