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India removes 'most favoured nation' clause for France: What it means

India has removed the 'most favoured nation' clause from its tax treaty with France, aiming to reduce disputes and clarify tax rules

Updated On: 23 Feb 2026 | 3:34 PM IST

Datanomics: India's AI moment faces a compute and capital reality check

India shines as a global AI talent hub, but weak compute infrastructure and limited investment expose gaps that could constrain its ambition to compete with the US and China

Updated On: 20 Feb 2026 | 11:53 PM IST

French President Macron wraps up India visit with a 'Thank You India' video

With Dhurandhar's title track in the background, the short clip revisits Macron's warm welcome, social interactions and diplomatic discussions during his two-day visit to India

Updated On: 20 Feb 2026 | 10:58 AM IST

French President thanks India, wraps up his visit after attending AI summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also held a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in the capital on Thursday, on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026

Updated On: 20 Feb 2026 | 6:41 AM IST

AI Impact Summit: PM Narendra Modi puts MANAV at heart of AI vision

PM Modi tells global leaders at the AI Impact Summit that AI must be democratised, ethically deployed and guided by the MANAV framework, as India positions itself to shape global AI governance

Updated On: 19 Feb 2026 | 11:32 PM IST

India built what no other country could: Macron at India AI Summit 2026

Describing the India summit as a foundation for digital transformation, Macron said the summit reflected the need to shape AI growth responsibly amid rapid technological acceleration

Updated On: 19 Feb 2026 | 2:04 PM IST

Watch Emmanuel Macron’s keynote address at the India AI Impact summit 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron praised India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), saying the country has accomplished what no other nation has — creating a digital identity system that serves all 1.4

Updated On: 19 Feb 2026 | 11:57 AM IST
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India AI Summit 2026 Day 4: Macron, Sam Altman, Pichai among key speakers

India AI Impact Summit 2026: PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate Day 4 as global tech leaders, CEOs and policymakers gather in New Delhi for keynotes and discussions on AI's future and governance

Updated On: 19 Feb 2026 | 9:14 AM IST

Big plans on India, $300 mn project investment soon: CMA CGM chairman

CMA CGM chief Rodolphe Saade outlines $650 million-plus India expansion plan spanning shipbuilding, ports and logistics.

Updated On: 18 Feb 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

France set to simplify visa norms for Indian students, says Macron

Macron announced plans to triple the number of Indian students in France and launched an Indo-French AI health centre, as both nations deepen cooperation in AI, mobility and nuclear R&D

Updated On: 18 Feb 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

India-France defence cooperation reflects strategic autonomy push

France has emerged as India's most consequential European partner, with defence manufacturing, Rafale jets and technology transfer anchoring a deepened strategic alignment

Updated On: 18 Feb 2026 | 10:37 PM IST

India, France sign declaration of intent on critical minerals cooperation

India and France agreed to deepen cooperation in exploration, extraction, processing, and recycling technologies of critical minerals and rare earths

Updated On: 18 Feb 2026 | 7:35 AM IST

'Partnership for global stability, progress': PM Modi after meeting Macron

PM Modi said he discussed cooperation in the industrial, defence, clean energy, space, and emerging technologies sectors with French President

Updated On: 18 Feb 2026 | 7:05 AM IST

India, France elevate ties to a 'special global strategic partnership'

Airbus H125 assembly line, HAMMER JV & more: 21 outcomes announced after Modi-Macron talks

Updated On: 17 Feb 2026 | 11:26 PM IST

Modi, Macron hold bilateral talks, elevate strategic ties to special status

This is Macron's fourth visit to India since his election in 2017. The two leaders will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership

Updated On: 17 Feb 2026 | 7:59 PM IST

President Macron’s India visit: Rafale deal, AI Summit & what's more on the agenda

French President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-day India visit from February 17, focusing on artificial intelligence, business partnerships, and defence cooperation. Here’s what to expect from the hi

Updated On: 17 Feb 2026 | 1:42 PM IST
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French President Macron to meet PM Modi today in Mumbai: What's on agenda

During the visit, Macron is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is set to travel to Mumbai on Tuesday for the meeting

Updated On: 17 Feb 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

French President Macron arrives in Mumbai for strategic talks with PM Modi

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday, ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where the two leaders will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership.Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were present at the Mumbai airport to receive the French leader. "Bienvenue a Mumbai! A very warm welcome to the President of France, H.E. Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron as they arrive in Mumbai! Maharashtra welcomes you! Wishing Hon President Macron and the entire French delegation a pleasant stay and a successful visit," Fadnavis posted on X around 2 am, shortly after Macron landed in Mumbai. Deputy chief ministers Eknath Shinde and Sunetra Pawar were also present to greet Macron. As he boarded the flight for India, Macron had posted on X: "En route to India! Three days from Mumbai to New Delhi to take our strategic partnership even further. On board with me: business leaders and the

Updated On: 17 Feb 2026 | 6:31 AM IST

PM Modi to meet French President Macron in Mumbai on Feb 17, review ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet French President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai on Tuesday, and during their meeting, the two leaders will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership. Modi and Macron's discussions will focus on cementing the strategic ties and further diversifying them into new and emerging areas. PM Modi and President Macron will also exchange views on issues of regional and global importance. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Mumbai on February 17 where he will meet the President of France Emmanuel Macron," an official statement said. During these engagements, both leaders will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership, the statement said. President Macron will be on an official visit to India from February 17-19 at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi to participate in the AI Impact Summit hosted by India, as well as hold a bilateral summit with the Prime Minister in Mumbai. This will be President .

Updated On: 16 Feb 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

Six PMs, seven presidents to attend India AI Impact Summit in Delhi

World leaders including France's Macron and Brazil's Lula to join AI summit in New Delhi from February 16 to 20

Updated On: 14 Feb 2026 | 12:03 AM IST