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Burkini creates a new controversy in France
The French mayor of Grenoble’s decision to allow Muslim women to wear the burkini in public pools is facing strong opposition from the government, with the Minister of the Interior calling for…
- India
Anurag Thakur leads Indian delegation to Cannes
New Delhi: Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur is leaving for France Monday night to attend the Cannes Film Festival, where India has been named as the country of honour’ for Marche…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia bans poultry imports from France over bird flu concerns
Authorities in Saudi Arabia on Sunday placed a ban on the import of poultry from France amid growing concerns about bird flu. In June 2021, the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA),…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi in France
Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi being welcomed by the Indian diaspora, in Paris, France. (PTI Photo) Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi being welcomed upon his arrival, in Paris, France. (PTI Photo)
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France backs India’s bid for permanent membership in reformed UNSC, NSG
Paris: France reiterated its commitment to support India’s bid for permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council and New Delhi’s entry into the Nuclear Suppliers’ Group, according to a joint statement…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia, France pledge $30 mn for Lebanon aid
Beirut: Saudi Arabia and France has announced the creation of a joint development fund worth $30 million to support crisis-hit Lebanon, a statement released by the French Embassy in Lebanon said. The…
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Re-elected Macron vows to ‘heal divisions’ in France
Paris: In a victory speech, a mere 90 minutes after he was projected re-elected as French President for a second term on Sunday evening, Emmanuel Macron, 44, with a twinkle in his eye…
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France to choose between Macron, Le Pen in presidential face-off
Paris: On Sunday, French voters will choose between incumbent President Emmanuel Macron and his far-right challenger Marine Le Pen in the run-off vote to elect a new leader following a divisive campaign. In…
- India
French envoy to visit Tamil Nadu, Puducherry to boost cultural, economic ties
New Delhi: Ambassador of France to India Emmanuel Lenain will travel to Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on a three-day visit focused on deepening Indo-French business, cultural and people-to-people ties. During his visit,…
- Middle East
Egypt seeks France’s support to mitigate Russia-Ukraine conflict’s economic repercussions
Cairo: Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has urged France, which holds the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, to “provide economic and political support to Egypt” to deal with the…
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French navy chief Pierre Vandier in Delhi
New Delhi: Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar welcomes French Navy chief Admiral Pierre Vandier during his ceremonial reception, at the South Block in New Delhi, Monday, March 28, 2022. (PTI Photo/Atul…
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Global Covid caseload reaches 480 million
Washington: The global coronavirus caseload has topped 480 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.12 million and vaccinations to over 10.86 billion, according to the Johns Hopkins University. In its…
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Global Covid caseload reaches 475.4 million
Washington: The global coronavirus caseload has topped 475.4 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.10 million and vaccinations to over 10.83 billion, according to the Johns Hopkins University. In its…
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Global Covid caseload reaches 465.3 million
Washington: The global coronavirus caseload has topped 465.3 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 6.06 million and vaccinations to over 10.75 billion, according to Johns Hopkins University. In its latest…
- India
Denouncement of bigotry should apply to all religions: India
United Nations: While condemning Islamaphobia, India said on Tuesday that denouncement of bigotry at the UN should apply to all religions, a stance also adopted by France and the European Union. Speaking…
