Emmanuel Macron loses absolute majority in French parliament, his minister calls it 'democratic shock'
Macron became in April the first French president in two decades to win a second term but he presides over a deeply disenchanted and divided country where support for populist parties on the right and left has surged.
Jun 20, 2022, 09:50 AM IST
French Parliament approves controversial anti-terrorism law
France's lower house of Parliament has approved a controversial new counter-terrorism bill after Interior Minister Gerard Collomb told Parliament "We're still in a state of war," as country is facing "very serious threat" level.
Oct 04, 2017, 19:46 PM IST
Emmanuel Macron party wins massive majority in French parliament
Macron's year-old Republic on the Move (REM) and their allies were set to win between 355 and 425 seats in the 577 seat National Assembly.
Jun 19, 2017, 00:11 AM IST
Macron looks to cement mandate as French elect new parliament
Turnout was markedly down, reflecting a sense of resignation among Macron's opponents faced with polls showing the 39-year-old set to sweep the board, buoyed by a deep desire for political renewal.
Jun 11, 2017, 23:32 PM IST
Ravi Shankar to address French Parliament
"This is the first time an Indian spiritual leader will address both the houses of the French Parliament," the group said.
Oct 17, 2016, 20:05 PM IST
French Parliament votes to extend state of emergency to May 26
The French parliament voted to extend the country`s state of emergency, implemented after the November 13 terror attacks, by a further three months to May 26 under a vote by the National Assembly on Tuesday.
Feb 17, 2016, 02:10 AM IST