News for 'France'

Will Macron Be Ousted Before 2027?

Will Macron Be Ousted Before 2027?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

France today increasingly resembles the Italy of the past, when governments fell with bewildering regularity, prime ministers came and went in rapid succession, and political instability became the norm rather than the exception, point out Krishnan Srinivasan and Manoj Mohanka.

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

At G20, Modi bats for open satellite data access

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday proposed a G20 initiative aimed at enhancing clean energy transitions by boosting recycling, easing supply chain pressures and advancing joint research on critical minerals, and suggested forging a partnership to make satellite data more accessible and interoperable.

Lakshya humbles World No 2, sails into Denmark Open QF

Lakshya humbles World No 2, sails into Denmark Open QF

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Ace Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen stunned World No. 2 and local favourite Anders Antonsen in straight games to enter the quarterfinals of the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Odense on Thursday.

World's 9 Best Chicken Dishes Includes Butter Chicken

World's 9 Best Chicken Dishes Includes Butter Chicken

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

TasteAtlas has unveiled its global line-up of top chicken dishes. It's no surprise that Butter Chicken is No 5.

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

PIX: Sweden stunned at home, World Cup dream in ruins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

France's perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in an entertaining Group D clash on Monday.

What's Making Ananya So Happy?

What's Making Ananya So Happy?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Ananya Panday has an entire photo dump to give you a visual.

Anahat stuns defending champion Gilis to reach semis

Anahat stuns defending champion Gilis to reach semis

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Anahat Singh stunned defending champion and second seed Tinne Gilis of Belgium to storm into the semi-finals of Canadian Women's Open squash tournament in Toronto.

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

PIX: Arsenal stun Bayern Munich, go top; PSV whip Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

A summary of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League.

50 Mn To 100 Mn Indians Suffer From Long Covid

50 Mn To 100 Mn Indians Suffer From Long Covid

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Even by conservative assumptions that 5 to 10 per cent of infected individuals develop long Covid, India today may be home to 50 to 100 million infected individuals -- many silently coping with breathlessness, fatigue, palpitations, brain fog, or unexplained clotting tendencies.

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and P Harikrishna had another good day as they sent veteran Peter Leko of Hungary and Swede Nils Grandelius packing in the fourth-round tiebreaker at the Chess World Cup, in Panaji on Thursday.

India may seal 26 Rafale marine jets, 3 Scorpene deal with France

India may seal 26 Rafale marine jets, 3 Scorpene deal with France

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

India is expected to finalize the procurement of 26 naval variant Rafale jets and three Scorpene submarines from France in the coming weeks, further bolstering its naval capabilities. The deals, which are in the final stages of approval, could be announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Paris next month for an AI summit. The procurement of the Rafale (M) jets will be based on an inter-governmental agreement (IGA). The Indian Air Force is considering acquiring additional Rafale fighter aircraft squadrons. The deal for three Scorpene submarines follows the successful construction of six Scorpene submarines in India under Project 75. The defense and strategic partnerships between India and France have been strengthening in recent years, with both countries collaborating on joint development projects for jet and helicopter engines and advanced defense technologies.

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'Because of the size and complexity of the economy, we can address almost every job that is there, from agriculture farming to healthcare.'

Sinner opts out of Davis Cup; Alcaraz to represent Spain

Sinner opts out of Davis Cup; Alcaraz to represent Spain

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Jannik Sinner has decided not to take part in this year's Davis Cup Finals with reigning champions Italy confirming his absence in Monday's team announcement, while world number one Carlos Alcaraz will represent Spain at next month's competition.

PSG's Dembele wins 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or

PSG's Dembele wins 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Aitana Bonmat won the women's Ballon d'Or for the third year running while the 18-year-old Yamal, who was Dembele's teammate at Barcelona when he first broke through in 2023, was again awarded the men's Kopa Trophy.

SEE: President Murmu takes a sortie in Rafale

SEE: President Murmu takes a sortie in Rafale

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

President Droupadi Murmu undertook a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet from the Air Force Station in Ambala. This follows a previous sortie in a Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter aircraft in April 2023.

Messi to assess fitness as he targets 2026 WC

Messi to assess fitness as he targets 2026 WC

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

'I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last one, and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team.'

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

'Why Would A Doctor Become A Suicide Bomber?'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

'Why would a highly qualified doctor with a promising future choose to wage war against his own country?'

India to emerge as largest scotch market

India to emerge as largest scotch market

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

India is poised to become the largest global scotch whisky market in value and volume terms over the next few years, fuelled by competitive intensity, premiumisation and economic growth, Scotch Whisky Association chief executive Mark Kent CMG has said.

Denmark Open: Ayush Shetty bows out after valiant fight

Denmark Open: Ayush Shetty bows out after valiant fight

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Young Indian shuttler Ayush Shetty put up a spirited fight before going down in three games against France's Toma Junior Popov on a disappointing day for the Indians at the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament, in Odense, on Tuesday.

FIDE World Cup: IM Aronyak Ghosh upsets GM Bartel

FIDE World Cup: IM Aronyak Ghosh upsets GM Bartel

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

The experienced Surya Shekhar Ganguly, GM Raunak Sadhwani and GM Karthik Venkatraman scored comfortable victories while M Pranesh played out a draw to advance to the second round, while IM Aronyak Ghosh defeated GM Mateusz Bartel of Poland to force a tie-breaker, in the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Panaji on Sunday.

How Gen Z Overthrew Madagascar Government

How Gen Z Overthrew Madagascar Government

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

What makes the Gen Z Mada movement in Madagascar significant is not only their use of digital tools but their ability to unify a disillusioned population around a shared vision of justice, transparency, and reform.

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The debate over working hours flared up after Infosys Co-founder N R Narayana Murthy called for 14-hour workdays.

Al-Ittihad sack coach Blanc after defeat to Al-Nassr

Al-Ittihad sack coach Blanc after defeat to Al-Nassr

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Blanc took charge of Al-Ittihad in July 2024 and led the team to a domestic double, winning the league title and King's Cup.

Maruti Suzuki to drive in 8 SUVs in 5 years

Maruti Suzuki to drive in 8 SUVs in 5 years

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

Maruti Suzuki will introduce eight SUVs over the next five years taking its overall model range to 28 as it aims to regain 50 per cent market share in the domestic passenger vehicle segment, Suzuki Motor Corporation Representative Director and President Toshihiro Suzuki said on Wednesday.

ISRO's 'Bahubali' rocket injects heaviest satellite in orbit

ISRO's 'Bahubali' rocket injects heaviest satellite in orbit

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

The heaviest communication satellite to be launched from the Indian soil onboard a new generation, homegrown 'Bahubali' rocket was successfully placed into the intended orbit on Sunday, the Indian Space Research Organisation said.

Europe tour turns tragic as Maha couple died in road accident in Italy

Europe tour turns tragic as Maha couple died in road accident in Italy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Javed Akhtar (57), his wife Nadra, daughters Arzoo (22) and Shifa (18) as well as son Jazel (15), all residents of Civil Lines in Nagpur, were on a 10-day tour of Italy and France, their kin Iqbal Azmi, also a retired deputy superintendent of police, told PTI.

Spain, Belgium, Switzerland seal 2026 World Cup spots

Spain, Belgium, Switzerland seal 2026 World Cup spots

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

Spain secured their place at the 2026 World Cup after a nervy 2-2 draw with Turkey in Seville on Tuesday.

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Balaji, Bollipalli fetch top bids at TPL auction

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Led by marquee player Tomas Martin Etcheverry, the GS Delhi Aces added Belgium's Sofia Costoulas for Rs 11 lakh as well as the doubles specialist Jeevan Neduncheziyan for Rs 6 lakh.

Kashi Dazzles With Over 2,600,000 Diyas

Kashi Dazzles With Over 2,600,000 Diyas

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Once a quiet riverside ritual, Dev Deepawali has evolved into UP's largest soft-power spectacle -- merging faith, art, enterprise into a global cultural brand that reflects state's growing confidence.

Gold surges by Rs 2,600 to hit fresh peak of Rs 1.26 lakh/10 gm

Gold surges by Rs 2,600 to hit fresh peak of Rs 1.26 lakh/10 gm

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Gold prices rallied for the third straight day and gained Rs 2,600 to hit a fresh lifetime high of Rs 1,26,600 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday in line with strong global trends amid looming geopolitical uncertainties triggered by the prolonged shutdown of the US government.

When a sitting member openly protects...: Jaishankar blasts UN over Pak move

When a sitting member openly protects...: Jaishankar blasts UN over Pak move

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticizes Pakistan's attempts to protect a terror group at the UN Security Council, highlighting the need for urgent reforms within the global body.

Modi, Macron discuss early end to conflict in Ukraine

Modi, Macron discuss early end to conflict in Ukraine

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the Ukraine conflict and bilateral relations, reaffirming their commitment to global peace and stability.

India votes for UN resolution on Palestine two-state solution

India votes for UN resolution on Palestine two-state solution

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

The resolution, introduced by France, was adopted with an overwhelming 142 nations voting in favour, 10 against and 12 abstentions. Those voting against included Argentina, Hungary, Israel and the US.

Ibrahim-Sharvari: 'Match Made In Heaven'?

Ibrahim-Sharvari: 'Match Made In Heaven'?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Sparks fly on the runway as Ibrahim Ali Khan and Sharvari Wagh steal the show in Amit Aggarwal's couture.

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Tanvi, Unnati keep rolling at Junior Worlds

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

World Junior C'ships: Gnana Dattu, Bhavya-Vishakha reach quarters; Tanvi, Unnati also advance

Alcaraz Shocks Fans with Blonde Makeover

Alcaraz Shocks Fans with Blonde Makeover

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Back to No. 1 again and a new look. Carlos we're crazy'.

Chaos reigns: Medvedev stunned after photographer intrusion

Chaos reigns: Medvedev stunned after photographer intrusion

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Serving for the match at 6-3, 7-5, 5-4, Bonzi was preparing to play his second serve when the photographer stepped onto the court surface and the match was halted for about six minutes.

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

PIX: France held goalless by Israel; England cruise

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

France qualified for the quarter-finals of the Nations League despite a lacklustre goalless draw against Israel on Thursday.

Duplantis breaks world record for 14th time, wins 3rd World title

Duplantis breaks world record for 14th time, wins 3rd World title

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Duplantis first broke the world record in February 2020, when he cleared 6.17 metres to eclipse France's Renaud Lavillenie. Since then, he's been inching it higher.

CL PIX: Bayern sink PSG; Liverpool stun Real Madrid

CL PIX: Bayern sink PSG; Liverpool stun Real Madrid

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Bayern Munich made it 16 wins from 16 games this season to underline their credentials as early Champions League favourites, beating holders Paris St Germain 2-1 away as Luis Diaz scored two goals and was shown a red card on Tuesday.