Delhi is 3.5-4.5 hours ahead of Paris. Paris uses Central European Time (CET/CEST, UTC+1/+2) while Delhi uses Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30). During standard time, Delhi is 4.5 hours ahead; during daylight saving time, Delhi is 3.5 hours ahead.
India does not observe daylight saving time, while France does, so the difference varies seasonally.
Best calling time: 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM Paris time. This corresponds to 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM in Delhi during standard time.
Paris and Delhi are major world capitals with growing business ties. Air France and Air India operate direct flights between the cities. France is a key European partner for India in trade and technology.