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Modi pitches Pinaka rockets to Macron as they discuss defence, civil nuclear ties, IMEC in Marseille

The leaders held bilateral talks following the high-level political segment of the AI Action Summit in Paris. They also inaugurated a new Indian consulate in Marseille.

Sharpening divide over global governance of AI palpable as US, UK snub Paris summit statement

Those agreeing to common declaration include India, France, EU, China, Japan, Australia. UK abstained over ‘statement not going far enough to address tech impact on national security’.

Paris summit calls for human-centric approach; sets priorities for ‘ethical, accessible, sustainable’ AI

The summit, co-chaired by Modi and Macron, also set priorities, including promoting AI accessibility, ensuring its ethical development & making it sustainable.

‘Welcome to Paris, my friend…’: Emmanuel Macron welcomes PM Modi ahead of AI Summit

The Prime Minister is set to co-chair the AI Action Summit along with the French President, engaging with global leaders & tech industry executives to explore AI-driven advancements.

Modi heads to France to co-chair AI summit; Sundar Pichai, Sam Altman to be in attendance

Modi will attend a dinner Monday as part of the AI summit, where industry leaders will meet with a number of global political figures, including US Vice-President J.D. Vance.

Stop conflating Sheikh Hasina with India, New Delhi tells Bangladesh envoy

New Delhi further blames Bangladesh for persistent negativity surrounding ties, while underlining its desire for a 'constructive and mutually beneficial relationship' with Dhaka.

Modi to meet Trump on 12 & 13 Feb in Washington; ‘fair trade’, immigration on agenda

In his first bilateral visit to US since Trump’s inauguration, Modi is expected to be called on by several US cabinet members, meet business leaders & interact with Indian community.

Marseille-Mumbai corridor, nuclear cooperation, AI & defence in focus during Modi’s visit to France

The PM will visit France from 10-12 February for the 6th time during his tenure; will also inaugurate Indian consulate in Marseille.

Yunus govt reacts to Hasina speech, urges India not to aid actions fuelling instability in Bangladesh

The interim govt condemns the demolition of Sheikh Mujibur’s residence, while accusing Hasina of insulting those involved in the ‘July Uprising’, saying that her remarks led to the protests.

Oppn targets Modi govt over ‘inhuman’ treatment of deported Indians, questions PM’s ‘vishwaguru’ slogan

Some MPs asked why India didn't send its own aircraft to bring back Indians being deported. Proceedings of LS had to be adjourned as Opposition MPs demanded a discussion on the issue.

On Camera

India-China conflict began in 1947, not 1962 war. Its lessons still haunt New Delhi

Indian political leaders will have to prepare their public for the prospect of concessions India never really held—just as Chinese leaders must admit Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh were never theirs.

New insolvency frameworks to shorter timelines, how 2025 amendment bill proposes to transform IBC

New bill aims to fix key issues with IBC 2016, including delays & patchy implementation, and protect creditors, with window for genuine promoters to retain control of their companies.

India and France to jointly develop and manufacture 120 kN engine for homegrown AMCA

The new engine, set to be developed over the next 10 years, will power the second tranche of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft. First set will be equipped with GE 414 engines.

That Oval Office picture for ages deserves closer Indian reading, with a geopolitical lens

Putin sees this as a victory. Europeans have decided to deal with Trump on his terms for the sake of the larger Western alliance. We look at the lessons for us in India.