French President Emmanuel Macron says he will leave politics when his current presidential term ends in 2027, arguing he was not involved before taking office and will not return afterward. The remarks, delivered publicly, mark a potential turning point for France’s political landscape as voters and rivals react to his unexpected exit timeline.
Starting April 10, 2026, Indian citizens transiting through France by air will no longer need a transit visa. The Ministry of External Affairs announced the change, framing it as part of efforts to deepen India-France ties and make travel smoother. The update is expected to boost people-to-people connections by easing cross-border movement for travelers.
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A fresh summer heatwave has broken temperature records at least four weather stations in southern France, with all time highs logged in Bergerac, Cognac and Saint Girons, according to Meteo France. The government issued a vigilance alert as much of the country baked under extreme conditions, underscoring rising heat risk across Europe.
Nestlé plans to reduce about 180 jobs in France as part of a broader global reorganization aimed at cutting costs and improving efficiency. The company says the changes focus mainly on research and development and support functions, not on employee performance. The move follows an earlier plan to eliminate up to 16,000 roles worldwide amid rising input, energy, and logistics costs and shifting consumer demand.
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