PM Modi was also seen explaining the UPI payment system to Macron as the two leaders visited a local shop near the Hawa Mahal. The two leaders held a mega roadshow from Jantar Mantar ahead of the 75th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi.
The French President was received by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and visited the Amber Fort. Macron has been invited as the Chief Guest for India's 75th Republic Day celebrations on Friday.
French President Emmanuel Macron, who will be the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations, arrived in Jaipur. Macron's visit caps the 25th-anniversary celebrations of the India-France Strategic Partnership. Macron visited the Amber Fort in Jaipur today with EAM S Jaishankar.
PM Modi and Macron will hold a mega roadshow from Jantar Mantar to Hawa Mahal at 6 pm before holding talks at Hotel Rambagh Palace. Macron is scheduled to emplane to the national capital in the night to attend the Republic Day celebrations as the Chief Guest.
The French president's visit is taking place as top negotiators from the two sides are looking at finalising two mega defence deals for India's procurement of 26 Rafale-M (marine version) fighter jets and three French-designed Scorpene submarines.
Macron has been invited as the Chief Guest for this year's Republic Day celebrations, becoming the sixth French leader to attend the celebrations. Additionally, a 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France will take part in the parade.
Ram Mandir Ayodhya: The Ministry of Personnel and Training issued an official memorandum on Friday, January 19th, informing all Ministries and Departments of the government about the half-day closure.
Rajasthan news: District collectors of Balotra, Banswara, Baran, Dholpur, Hanumangarh, Jodhpur, Pali, Alwar, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Kota, Dungarpur, Anupgarh, Chittorgarh, Behror, Sawaimadhopur, Dausa, Sirohi, Bhilwara, Karauli, Jhunjhunu, Rajsamand, Sikar, Gangapur city.
Weather update: Airlines have requested passengers to keep a check on the status of flights on airline websites before leaving for the airport. Passengers who arrived at the airport but were not aware of the delays were seen sitting on the floors and waiting for an update from the airline.
Rajasthan weather: Jaipur District Collector Prakash Chandra Rajpurohit issued an order in this regard and said that weather will continuously fluctuate for the next 1 week. Keeping in mind the changing weather conditions, the period of winter vacation is extended.
PM Modi Rajasthan visit: The conference will be attend by Home Minister Amit Shah, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, MOS for Home Affairs, Cabinet Secretary, senior officials of the Government of India, DGP of States/UTs and Heads of Central Armed Police Forces among others.
NIA teams made exhaustive searches of the premises and seized a large number of pistols, ammunition, digital devices, including mobile phones, SIM cards and DVRs etc, as well as incriminating documents related to financial transactions.
The airport administration said that after receiving the threat, a search operation was conducted in the entire airport. They also informed about it to the airport police station and an investigation has been launched into the matter.
Haryana: Taxi-driver shot dead on Delhi-Jaipur highway in Manesar
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss state issues and enhance collaboration between central and state leadership.
Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi was shot dead inside his house in Jaipur by two men earlier this month. Four people, including the two shooters, have been arrested by the police so far.
Rajasthan: The victories included former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje from Jhalrapatan, Diya Kumari from Vidhyadhnagar, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore from Jhotwara, and Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot from Sardarpura, among others.
Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena's president Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi was shot dead by three assailants who visited his residence on the pretext of meeting him. One of the accused was also killed in the incident during the cross-firing.
Director General of Police Umesh Mishra formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT), to be headed by Additional Director General (Crime) Dinesh MN, to probe the killing while a cash reward of Rs 5 lakh for information leading to the arrest of the two accused was also announced.
India TV has compiled a list of 5 warm destinations in India that not only provide respite from the winter chill but also offer a diverse range of experiences, ensuring a memorable and rejuvenating getaway.
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