Nice, June 14 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron officially inaugurated Bharat Innovates 2026 on Sunday, marking a pivotal moment in the bilateral relationship between the two nations.

The high-profile event, held in Nice, serves as a cornerstone of the "India-France Year of Innovation" and aims to catalyse deep-tech collaboration by linking India's burgeoning startup ecosystem with global investment networks.

Reflecting on the depth of the Indo-French alliance, PM Modi highlighted that while many nations engage in trade, the bond between India and France is unique due to its foundation of shared values and common goals.

He noted that the partnership has evolved from security to sustainability, citing ...