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The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
MCCI president meets Consul General of France
The president of Mysore Chamber of Commerce and Industries (MCCI) K.B. Lingaraju met Consul General of France Marc Lamy during the Big Tech show held at Infosys campus in Mysuru last week. A statement from MCCI said that Mr. Lingaraju during his meeting with Mr. Lamy on July 5 discussed in detail about the opportunities available in the Information Technology and Bio-Technology sectors in Mysuru. Vice-president of Federation of Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FKCCI) Sairam Prasad and other industry representatives viz Ramesh Patil and Praveen also participated in the discussion, the statement added.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India-France AI summit held, highlights need for ethical and inclusive AI collaboration
Representative Image The La French Tech India AI Summit 2025 was recently held in Bengaluru bringing together leaders from government, industry, startups, and academia from India and France to strengthen collaboration on artificial intelligence. Organised by La French Tech India in partnership with IFCCI, Business France, the Consulate General of France in Bangalore, and CCEF, the summit reinforced the growing strategic partnership between the two countries ahead of the India-France Year of Innovation in 2026 . The event focused on building a shared vision for inclusive AI innovation, public interest technology, and stronger international cooperation. France's Minister of State for Digital Affairs, Clara Chappaz, opened the summit with a video message, followed by remarks from Marc Lamy, Consul General of France in Bengaluru, and Ajay Krishnan, Vice President of Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM). They encouraged open, constructive dialogue on how AI can be used to meet broader social goals. Sharad Sharma, Co-Founder of iSPIRT, delivered the keynote address and urged India and France to co-develop an AI model that combines innovation with ethical responsibility. A panel discussion, moderated by Madhusha Mishra of Link, featured industry leaders Dr. Gaurav Aggarwal (Jio Reliance), Partha Rao ( Amit Pingle (Michelin Innovation Lab), and Umakant Soni (AI Foundry), who discussed real-world applications of AI and how the two countries can scale solutions that address practical needs. In the second half of the summit, speakers addressed ethical challenges in AI. Hari Subramanian, Fellow at NitiAI and iSPIRT, presented guiding principles to build public trust in emerging technologies. Mehak Kasbekar of Brut India delivered a keynote on the media's responsibility in shaping public narratives around technology. A panel led by Rajesh Desai of Lyra India brought together Olivier Flous (Thales), Astha Kapoor (Aapti Institute), Shiv Kumar DVS (OVH), and Sachin Kumar (QpiAi) to explore how to build AI systems that respect human values and serve the greater good. The summit highlighted how France's deeptech capabilities and ethical frameworks can complement India's scale, digital infrastructure, and talent, paving the way for a collaborative and responsible global AI model . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
India Gazette
05-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Thales unveils inflight entertainment & services lab in Bengaluru
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 5 (ANI): Global technology major Thales, on Thursday, unveiled a state-of-the-art Inflight Entertainment (IFE) and Services lab at its Engineering Competence Centre (ECC) in Bengaluru, the company said in a release. According to the global tech giant, the lab is equipped with advanced tools to support and serve airlines in India and around the world. This lab will serve as a hub for the design, development, and testing of next-generation IFE systems. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of Honourable Minister of Industries, Government of Karnataka, MB Patil; Consul General of France in Bengaluru, Mr Marc Lamy; and executives from Air India and the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry, along with Olivier Flous, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Digital Transformation, and Francois Colonna, Director Engineering Competence Centre, Bengaluru from Thales, among other dignitaries. The company added in the release that Thales's Engineering Competence Centre in Bengaluru is a key force driving the development of advanced aerospace and defence solutions. With the addition of the new IFE and Services lab, Thales is further expanding its R&D capabilities in India, supporting the country's journey to become a global innovation hub for civil aviation. This state-of-the-art facility replicates an aircraft equipped with an IFE system, allowing for comprehensive testing and an immersive customer experience review. The lab is a hub for software design, development, and rigorous testing crucial for secure aircraft data deployment, alongside meticulous hardware inspection and testing. Commenting on the inauguration, Karnataka Minister MB Patil said, 'Thales's footprint in India, particularly here in Bengaluru, is already substantial and has been contributing significantly towards the growth of aerospace, defence and cybersecurity & digital identity for years. Their Engineering Competence Centre has become an integral part of the local industry.' 'The inauguration of this IFE (Inflight Entertainment) and services lab is a moment of immense pride, reflecting the vibrant spirit of innovation and partnership that defines both our nations, France and India. This perfectly embodies the spirit of the upcoming year 2026, designated by President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the 'Indo-French Year of Innovation',' said Marc Lamy, Consul General of France in Bengaluru. Olivier Flous, Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital Transformation, Thales, said, 'This new facility at our Engineering Competence Centre in Bengaluru underscores our commitment to the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision, developing future-ready aviation technologies in India, for India, and for the world. We look forward to continuing to leverage our global technological expertise and India's vast talent pool to foster a robust local civil aviation ecosystem.' Thales is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion. (ANI)
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
French consulate in Bengaluru hosts the semi-finals of the French Patisserie Competition 2025
The French consulate in Bengaluru recently hosted the semi-finals of the French Patisserie Competition 2025. The competition saw seven professional chefs from the city compete to qualify for the finals which will be held in Delhi on June 10, 2025. The bakers presented their creations to the judges, Marc Lamy, the consul general of France in Bengaluru, Vianney Meynier, head of agritech department at Business France, and noted chef Manu Chandra. This is the third edition of the competition, and the second one to be held in Bengaluru. The winner of the competition wins a five-day trip to Paris. Vianney explains, 'The main drive behind the event was to promote French gastronomy and ingredients. Business France is in charge of trade and business in the country; we are at service of the embassy. For the event we partnered with Le Cordon Bleu, the premier culinary school.' The contestants had to use ingredients from French brands, such as the butter by Président by Lactalis and Monin syrup, and create a unique recipe. 'We thought patisserie is a good angle to focus on as there are many new players in India, and France is known for their expertise in the field.' Around 25 entries were received and seven were short listed for the event. On the day, the bakers showcased their creations, and the chefs questioned them about it and tasted each cake. Participants included Jaswinder Singh from ITC Hotels, Ashwani Sharma from Courtyard Marriott Hebbal, independent baker Domnique Fieux, chef Luxmi from The Lalit Ashok Bengaluru, Raju Vinayak Mutkekar from IBIS Novotel, Krishanu Dey from The Ritz Carlton Bengaluru and Melroy Barboza from ITC Gardenia. The cakes included recipes such as Tarte Pomme d'Amour, Caramel Pop Corn Praline Tart and Single Origin Dark Chocolate Framboise Entremet. The results will be shared by the end of this week. A total of 12 contestants from across the country will go to Delhi for the finals. About the event, Marc Lamy, the consul general of France in Bengaluru said, 'It was a very nice experience. There was a lot of talent in this competition. What I love the most is how they were able to make a fusion between French techniques and ingredients, with an Indian twist. Very inspiring.' Chef Manu Chandra said, 'It was fantastic and great to come to the consulate. It was very technical. This was a harder challenge to judge than your usual competition, because the contestants were accomplished pastry chefs. That is when the fun begins, that is when the judging gets hard. Who does not like a challenge!'
New Indian Express
08-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Bastille Day celebrations likely in Bengaluru next year
BENGALURU: The French 'Bastille Day' could be celebrated in Bengaluru next year, with Marc Lamy, Consul General of France in Bengaluru, expressing his agreement 'in principle' to the idea. 'I am in favour of it in Bengaluru. We will work out the modalities,' he said on Wednesday. Lamy was speaking at the launch of 'Vachanas in French', a French translation of 2,500 vachanas by Lord Basaveshwara. The release, hosted at Alliance Francaise de Bangalore, marks a crucial step in taking Basavanna's teachings to a global audience. The event was jointly organised by Alliance Française and the Basava Samithi. 'The relationship between India and France is at its best. I am extremely happy to be part of an event that bridges and strengthens cultural and literary ties between our two countries,' Lamy added.
