India-EU News & Analysis

[sanjaykumar]

Was he French citizen? If so that citizenship means very little.

If he was not a citizen, carry on.

[chetak]

In britshitistan, christian preachers are being arrested on the streets for reading the bible.

Meanwhile, muslims are loudly reciting the call to prayer on tower bridge in london, accompanied by police.

britshitistan steps towards islamic state.


one feels no sympathy for these britshits and europeans who lorded over us for centuries claiming racial superiority.

They’re getting a taste of being slaves in their own countries. Enjoy.


Coming soon to a street corner near you.

[sanjaykumar]

What’s this about arrests for bible reading?

[chanakyaa]

Now France and Bangladesh both have interim governments

French caretaker government reaches limits of handling 'day-to-day affairs'

Macron rules out naming a left-wing government citing need for 'institutional stability'

[sanjaykumar]

The Great Indian Rape trick proves wholly inadequate for the civilised and innovative French.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/artic ... -in-france

Man accused of enlisting strangers to rape drugged wife goes on trial in France

[sanman]

[Manish_P]

The Great Indian Rape trick proves wholly inadequate for the civilised and innovative French.
....

What ?

[pravula]

The Great Indian Rape trick proves wholly inadequate for the civilised and innovative French.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/artic ... -in-france

Man accused of enlisting strangers to rape drugged wife goes on trial in France

I don’t see any mention of the word Indian in that article. Where did you get it from?

[sanjaykumar]

It’s a play on the Great Indian Rope trick and the moral affront to rapes in India, to rape as a culture.

[Vayutuvan]

It’s a play on the Great Indian Rope trick and the moral affront to rapes in India, to rape as a culture.

I interpreted it as

There was no Great Indian Rope Trick. Neither is there a "Great Indian Rape Trick".

which makes sense too. sorta.

[sanjaykumar]

https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2024/ ... rial-mayor

The French with their giant intellects are quick to censure Indians.

It turns out that in Africa it takes a village to raise a child. But in France it takes a village to rape a woman.

The above guardian article comes closest to stating that France has a problem. But not close enough. Just as Muslims are victimized in Modi’s India but not in Danmark or Sweden, white privilege is reflexively extended to the French.

[Manish_P]

It’s a play on the Great Indian Rope trick and the moral affront to rapes in India, to rape as a culture.

Ok. The Fake Indian Rape Trope.

IMHO need to put context to it else it will be picked up verbatim.

[SRajesh]

Notre Dame reopens its doors to Macron and other world leaders in a rare symbol of unity
Imagine if NaMo had invited Hindu Leaders for Ram Temple inauguration
Ooh all burnol time both in India and abroad

[Cyrano]

Don't read too much into it Saar,
Macron is trying to shore up his image by usurping the event and the hapless Pope and emaciated french clergy can't stop him. He wants take out all sanctity out of Notre Dame and reduce it into a simple tourist spot with a 5€ entrance ticket.

[chetak]

European Union’s hypocrisy marches unchecked: EU won’t stop using Russian gas but wants India to jeopardise energy security of 140 crore Indians



https://www.news18.com/opinion/straight ... 55785.html

The EU faces a hard choice: either bite the bullet and wean itself off Russian energy for real, at real economic cost—or stop telling others how to manage their own energy security.

The current double game is not just bad policy; it’s a diplomatic self-goal.

[chetak]

India slams EU's oversight proposal on capital flows citing sovereignty concerns


https://www.youtube.com/shorts/p3BVKPSw ... ture=share

[krithivas]

German meddling has started:

Gen Z protests have shaken Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal in recent years — but not India. Why? In a Delhi coffee-house chat with DW, young Indians debate power, politics and the future.

https://news.google.com/read/CBMilwFBVV ... d=US%3Aen

[Tanaji]

Its 25 Jan , there is no news on a trade deal being signed given who the chief guest is at the Republic Day parade.

[pravula]

Its 25 Jan , there is no news on a trade deal being signed given who the chief guest is at the Republic Day parade.

It’s supposed to be on the 27th iirc

[A_Gupta]

On January 22nd, the Hindu reported:
EU suspends GSP export benefits; to impact India's shipments
The EU periodically reduces export benefits, as it did earlier in 2013 and 2023; this time, the concessions have been completely withdrawn for three years from 2026 to 2028

The European Union (EU) has suspended export benefits to sectors such as textiles and plastics under a preferential scheme for India and two other countries from January 1, a move that will impact the country's shipment to the 27-nation bloc.

[Cyrano]

From what I have seen in French media reports, this seems to be a fair trade deal for both sides. A saving grace for EU and especially Von der Lyen, given the EU and south America deal Mercosur has come under strong criticism and farmers protests.

India should watch out for Carbon taxes on it's exports, some woke DEI and ESG conformity expectations etc coz EU hasn't gotten off those high horses yet.

[eklavya]

Great achievement by India and EU.

https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage ... g=3&lang=2

Unprecedented Market Access: Over 99% of Indian exports gain preferential entry into the EU, unlocking massive growth potential

The FTA will open new opportunities for MSMEs and create jobs for women, artisans, youth and professionals

INR 6.41 Lakh Crore (USD 75 Billion) exports poised for take-off, 33 bn USD of exports in labour-intensive sectors like textiles, leather, marine products, gems and jewellery set to gain immensely from preferential access under the FTA

Carefully calibrated auto liberalisation with reciprocal market access to propel Make in India

Favourable Market Access Opens Doors for India’s Agricultural and Processed Food Exports

India Safeguards sensitive Agricultural products and Dairy Sector: no market access.

Ambitious and Commercially Meaningful Market Access in Services

Future-Ready Mobility Framework Expands Global Opportunities for Skilled and Semi-Skilled Indian Professionals

Forward looking CBAM provisions Secure constructive engagement, dialogue and support India–EU FTA Lays the Foundation for Inclusive, Resilient, and Future-Ready Growth

https://ec.europa.eu/commission/pressco ... /ip_26_184
https://policy.trade.ec.europa.eu/eu-tr ... enefits_en

Key benefits for EU exporters
* Tariffs on 96.6% of EU goods exports will be eliminated or reduced.

* Saving up to €4 billion per year in duties on European products.

* Competitive advantage for EU exporters, with biggest trade opening India has given to any trade partner.

* Privileged access to Indian services market in key sectors e.g. financial services and maritime transport.

* Simplification of customs procedures to make exports quicker and easier.

* Protection of EU intellectual property such as trademarks.

* A dedicated chapter for small EU businesses.

[SRajesh]

what has happened to the issue of Basmati Rice GI/PDO tag??
how does that issue incorporated in this trade deal??

[eklavya]

India and EU sign defence and security partnership. Great move.

https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/securit ... nership_en

https://www.eeas.europa.eu/sites/defaul ... -India.pdf

On 27 January 2026, the European Union and India signed a Security and Defence Partnership on the margins of the EU-India Summit. Signed by High Representative/Vice President (HR/VP) Kaja Kallas, and Dr S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India, the Security and Defence Partnership marks a new chapter in the strategic relationship between the EU and India.

[Amber G.]

The India-EU Joint Statement also announced to launch exploratory talks on the association of India to Horizon Europe, one of the largest public research programs globally in emerging technologies.

These are significant steps towards promoting India–EU research co-operation, and under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi ji can deepen collaboration of Indian researchers with European partners.
India - EU Joint Statement on the State Visit of President of the European Council, and President of the European Commission to India, and the 16th India-EU Summit ( January 25–27, 2026)

[Kati]

https://www.intellinews.com/europe-s-fr ... ed-422052/

Europe’s free-trade India play leaves Washington sidelined

[A_Gupta]

This is a GoI Press Release. It is comprehensive - not quoting any of it here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS INDIA AND EUROPEAN UNION FREE TRADE AGREEMENT
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage ... g=3&lang=1

[A_Gupta]

This seems to be accurate (summary via AI) about the military strength of Finland:

Based on current reporting, Finland has one of the most capable and large-scale, conscription-based militaries in Europe relative to its population.

Mobilization Strength: Finland can mobilize approximately 280,000 personnel for wartime duties at short notice.

Total Reserve: The country possesses a trained reserve of roughly 900,000 individuals.

Population Scale: With a population of roughly 5.5 to 5.6 million, this means nearly one in six citizens has military training.

Future Expansion: Finland is actively raising the maximum reservist age from 60 to 65, aiming to increase its total reserve to around 1 million by 2031.

Key Aspects of Finnish Defense:

Conscription: Finland maintains compulsory military service for men, with optional service for women.

Artillery Power: Finland has one of the largest artillery capabilities in Western Europe, with an arsenal of approximately 700 howitzers, 700 heavy mortars, and 100 multiple rocket launchers.

NATO Integration: Following their entry into NATO in 2023, these forces are part of the alliance's northern defense strategy.

Air Force Upgrade: The current F/A-18 Hornet fleet is in the process of being replaced by 64 new F-35 stealth fighters.

While active-duty personnel numbers are around 24,000, the system is designed to rapidly mobilize the large trained reserve during a crisis.

[g.sarkar]

One of the reasons Hitler attacked the USSR was the trouble Stalin had in subduing small Finland, in 1939. Despite superior military strength, especially in tanks and aircraft, the Soviet Union suffered severe losses and initially made little headway. Ultimately, the Soviet army won, and Finland had to cede territory, but its weakness were made public.
Gautam

[Amber G.]

EU and India launch talks on association with Europe's Multi-Billion Research Programme

The EU and India have initiated exploratory talks on India's association with Horizon Europe, which would grant Indian researchers direct access to the EU’s €93.5 million flagship research and innovation program.

Following the recent 16th EU-India Summit, this move aims to empower Indian entities to lead cross-border projects and co-create solutions in critical sectors such as security, the green transition, and health.

This enhanced tech partnership will be immediately visible at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi (Feb 2026), where the EU AI Office will host high-level sessions to drive global collaboration on trustworthy artificial intelligence.

[uddu]

https://x.com/i/status/2027224672752771149
@OpIndia_com
“Innovation goes to die in bureaucracy”: How Sweden’s migration system forced an Indian Founder to sell his Startup and leave the country

[Cyrano]

Brochuritis strikes again!
93 million is peanuts, already 22 countries are in the queue with a lota. what some indian research entity can scrape out of this barrel is next to nothing. Looks like a move to get a foothold in India's ecosystem by dangling a slop carrot and steal some interesting ideas.

EU staff spends multiples of that just on travel, hotels and allowances. We should stop wagging our tail and lining up for biscuits whenever such western entities announce partnerships, grants etc. There are no free lunches anywhere, especially in tech research.

[S_Madhukar]

I guess India is supposed to be low cost provider so that Euros can continue their lavish summer holidays. I wouldn’t expect anything better at least for now. May be if we strengthen our own ecosystem then we will have a bigger slice of the pie

[sanjaykumar]

Does Europe have a budget for prostitution when they send out these junkets, or is it a personal expense?

[KL Dubey]

Brochuritis strikes again!
93 million is peanuts, already 22 countries are in the queue with a lota. what some indian research entity can scrape out of this barrel is next to nothing. Looks like a move to get a foothold in India's ecosystem by dangling a slop carrot and steal some interesting ideas.

EU staff spends multiples of that just on travel, hotels and allowances. We should stop wagging our tail and lining up for biscuits whenever such western entities announce partnerships, grants etc. There are no free lunches anywhere, especially in tech research.

Not everything discussed in this thread is about $XX billion amounts. Scientific and innovation collaborations like this provide the "glue funding" to bring researchers together. Big ideas can come from such groupings, and the results are not going to be overnight.

Very different from providing random, science-free, fact-free, opinions worth less than two naya paisa on BRF.

[Cyrano]

Pavlovian reflex