Moneycontrol
    Moneycontrol PRO

    France

    Jump to

    • Macron says 'an upgrade of our arsenal is essential' as France expands nuclear warheads and launches new deterrence plan

      Emmanuel Macron announced France will expand its nuclear arsenal and deepen cooperation with eight European nations under a new deterrence strategy, aiming to strengthen continental security amid global instability and NATO uncertainty.

    • OPINION | India–France Tax Treaty Overhaul: Key changes investors must watch

      India and France will amend their tax treaty. India will gain broader rights to tax capital gains and dividends. Anti-abuse rules will tighten and investment structures will change

    • Marseille emerges as Europe’s most authentic travel destination for 2026: Here’s what to explore

      Marseille tops Europe’s most authentic cities for 2026 with an Authenticity Score of 51.5. Here’s what makes France’s oldest city a must-visit destination.

    • France retains title as world’s most visited country in 2025, crosses 102 million tourists

      France remains the world’s most visited country in 2025 with 102 million tourists, record €77.5 billion revenue and 743 million overnight stays, outperforming Spain and the United States.

    • EU scrambles to finalise Russia sanctions and Ukraine loan amid Hungarian veto threat

      Germany, France and other European nations reaffirmed support for Ukraine while racing to finalise new sanctions and a major loan, as Hungary threatened to veto measures ahead of the war’s fourth anniversary.

    • India amends tax treaty with France, cuts dividend tax for major investors

      Under the new rules, French companies holding at least 10% in an Indian entity will pay a 5% tax on dividends, down from 10% earlier

    • Thousands march in Lyon after French far-right activist killed last week

      The local authority said it had reported Nazi salutes and racist insults recorded during the march to the prosecutor, following videos circulating on social media

    • 'Stop commenting on other countries': Macron calls out Italian PM Meloni for remark over French activist's death

      Quentin Deranque died after being attacked last week on the sidelines of a far-right protest at a university in the city of Lyon.

    • “AI is not optics for us; real work is happening in Karnataka,” says Siddaramaiah; state signs innovation pacts with Paris’ VivaTech, Poland’s Katowice

      Agreements aim to give Karnataka startups direct access to European markets as Bengaluru doubles down on AI skilling and public tech investments

    • France to ease visa rules, increase Indian student intake from 10,000 to 30,000

      Emmanuel Macron underlined France’s commitment to boosting student mobility between the two countries. He said both governments have agreed to significantly raise the number of Indian students heading to France.

    • PM Modi says India–France to build first helicopter flying to the heights of Mount Everest

      Modi said the joint project would manufacture in India what he described as the world’s only helicopter capable of flying to the heights of Mount Everest, adding that the aircraft would also be exported globally.

    • Who is Sophie Adenot? Meet the first French woman astronaut in space since 2001

      Sophie Adenot becomes first French woman astronaut after Claudie Haigneré to go to space after 25 years. She was selected for a long-duration mission, where her role is to carry out over 200 experiments aboard the International Space Station.

    • Defence ministry on India's mega plan to procure 114 Rafales: 'For first time, aircraft will ...'

      Singh said that the Rafale aircraft will be manufactured outside France and could feature up to 50% localisation.

    • Ancient wonder returns: "Lighthouse of Alexandria" stones found after 1,600 years underwater in Egypt

      After more than 1,600 years underwater, massive stones from the legendary Lighthouse of Alexandria have been recovered. Using photogrammetry and 3D modelling, scientists are digitally reconstructing this ancient wonder.

    • India's biggest fighter jet deal: 114 Rafales F4s for Rs 3.25 lakh crore and why New Delhi sees it as a game changer

      If executed as planned, the deal will not only address the Indian Air Force’s urgent need for new fighters but also anchor India as a major global production, maintenance and upgrade hub for one of the world’s most capable combat aircraft.

    • Canada and France open Greenland consulates, back Nuuk amid Trump claims

      Canada and France opened new consulates in Greenland’s capital Nuuk, signalling diplomatic support for the autonomous territory amid US President Donald Trump’s renewed claims and Arctic security ambitions.

    • Elon Musk condemns French raid on X offices amid deepfake and political interference probe

      Elon Musk criticised French authorities after raids on X offices and summons over political interference and Grok AI sexual deepfakes. The probe also involves former CEO Yaccarino and draws EU, UK scrutiny.

    • X rejects allegations as France raids offices, calls in Musk over deepfake probe

      French prosecutors raided X’s Paris offices and summoned Elon Musk over alleged political interference and Grok AI deepfakes. X condemned the action as “politicized,” while EU and UK regulators investigate similar concerns.

    • Man hospitalised after 8-inch World War I shell found in rectum, bomb squad deployed

      Rangueil Hospital in Toulouse went into emergency mode when a 24-year-old man arrived complaining of severe pain in his bottom, leading authorities to call in a bomb squad.

    • 'Our children’s brains are not for sale': Macron backs social media ban for children, warns against US and China tech giants

      Framing the move as a matter of child protection rather than censorship, Macron said the digital economy must not be allowed to exploit young minds.

    • France backs EU listing Iran's Revolutionary Guards as 'terrorist organisation'

      France had widely been seen as reluctant to brand the IRGC as a terror group so its latest statement represents a turnaround by Paris ahead of the EU meeting.

    • US Treasury chief calls EU 'disappointing' over India trade ties

      The Europeans "should do what's best for themselves," Bessent told CNBC when asked in a televised interview for reaction to the EU-India deal agreed Tuesday.

    • France says Trump must stop threatening Champagne tariffs

      France remains wary of repeated threats against its exports of alcoholic drinks, however, with a large share going across the Atlantic.

    • Explained: Why France's farmers are blockading roads and rolling into Paris

      Growers and livestock producers say years of rising costs, dense regulation, and trade pressures have pushed many to the brink, prompting a nationwide protest that has also resonated across Europe.

    • HSBC agrees to pay €300 million to end French tax dividend probes

      HSBC said in court on Thursday that the bank acknowledges the underlying facts, which involved transactions carried out by traders in Paris between 2014 and 2019

    Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347