Campaigners criticise ‘absurd’ plan to take apart and rebuild Curie lab in Paris French government to hear last-ditch appeal this week over new culture minister’s ‘compromise’ for Pavillon des Sources The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2024
Emmanuel Macron condemns 'cowardly' Russian drone strike that killed two French aid workers in Ukraine 'Russian barbarity has targeted civilians in Ukraine', foreign minister adds Evening Standard · Feb 2, 2024
French Govt Under Fire For Putting Pesticide Phase-out On Hold France's government was on the defensive on Friday after environmental campaigners and opposition politicians accused it of having scrapped a key green policy to appease protesting farmers. International Business Times · Feb 2, 2024
Protesting Farmers In France Lift Roadblocks As Standoff Eases France's agriculture minister said Friday that the worst of a crisis that saw farmers block roads nationwide was over, as protesters began lifting roadblocks following government promises of cash and eased regulation. International Business Times · Feb 2, 2024
Farmers Protest EU Agricultural Rules, Demand Support Amidst Economic Hardship European farmers are protesting against restrictive regulations and unfair competition, calling for support from Brussels to protect their livelihoods. Top News · Feb 2, 2024
Macron calls for farming reform as food producers hurl eggs at European parliament Demonstrations calling for help with taxes, costs and environmental rules overshadow EU leaders’ summit The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024
Defiant French Farmers Stick To Barricades France's farmers showed little sign on Thursday of abandoning their protest despite government concessions in response to a movement that has spread nationwide and elsewhere in Europe. International Business Times · Feb 1, 2024
What makes the India-France ‘strategic partnership’ tick ‘Strategic Partnership’ does not require convergence on all issues but sensitivity and this is where India-France ties, nurtured over the last quarter century, reflect maturity and resilience The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024
How OCI journalists in India are navigating uncertain work permissions amid govt scrutiny French journalist Vanessa Dougnac, whose overseas citizenship of India status is under threat, first came under the government’s scrutiny more than two years ago. In September 2022, the ministry of home affairs revoked her special permission to work in the country as a media professional. Newslaundry · Jan 31, 2024
Farmers across Europe protest for increased support and fair conditions Farmers across Europe are joining the protest movement, demanding more support. Protests have taken place in Spain, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Romania, and F... Top News · Jan 31, 2024
France Takes Steps to Recognize Woman's Right to Abortion France's National Assembly considers a bill to constitutionalize a woman's right to abortion, inspired by recent developments in the United States. Top News · Jan 30, 2024
French Farmers Keep Up Roadblock Protests To Pressure Government French farmers were on Tuesday maintaining roadblocks on key highways into Paris for a second day, increasing pressure on the government for more concessions in an intensifying standoff. International Business Times · Jan 30, 2024
Ceremony and substance: On the Macron visit, India-France ties In the India-France ties, the continuity in their partnership is built on a mutual respect for strategic autonomy The Hindu · Jan 28, 2024
The Guardian view on Macron v France’s radical right: dangerous liaisons might backfire Editorial: The French president’s move to accommodate a nationalist agenda could be a costly mistake The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2024 Emmanuel Macron is playing a dangerous game with abortion rights in France The president is flirting with the pro-natalist far right even as parliament debates whether to enshrine pro-choice laws, says Cécile Simmons of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD)
The Hindu · Jan 27, 2024 India, France agree on surveillance ties India and France agree to strengthen cooperation in the Southwest Indian Ocean, defence equipment manufacturing, and space exploration.
The Hindu · Jan 27, 2024 French President Emmanuel Macron visits Nizamuddin Dargah in Delhi French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Dargah Nizamuddin Aulia in New Delhi
Top News · Jan 26, 2024 India Celebrates 75th Republic Day with Military Parade and Cultural Showcase Read about the grand parade in India's capital, marking the country's 75th Republic Day, with French President Macron as the chief guest.
The Hindu · Jan 26, 2024 French aerospace giant Thales plans to set up avionics MRO in Delhi French defence major Thales plans to set up an avionics MRO in Delhi to support India's aerospace and defence sector.
The Hindu · Jan 26, 2024 India displays military might, women power and diverse cultural heritage in Republic Day parade New Delhi celebrates its 75th Republic Day with a grand display of women power, cultural heritage, and military might.
International Business Times · Jan 26, 2024 India Fetes France's Macron At Annual Military Parade President Emmanuel Macron was guest of honor Thursday for India's pomp-filled annual military parade, in a state visit aimed at shoring up France's strategic ties with the world's fifth-largest economy.
Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2024 Top French court rejects large parts of controversial immigration bill The court rejected measures that toughen access to social benefits, family reunification, and immigration quotas.
The Hindu · Jan 25, 2024 French President Macron joins PM Modi in Jaipur roadshow, gets Ram temple replica as gift French President Macron, who is the chief guest at the Republic Day celebrations in Delhi on January 26, will spend several hours in Jaipur visiting iconic sites, including the hilltop Amber Palace nearby, and participating in a roadshow with PM Modi.
Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2024 What’s so controversial about France’s new immigration bill? The proposed law, which has been endorsed by the French far right, faces its biggest test yet on Thursday.