The Modi-Trump meeting sets an ambitious roadmap for US-India relations
By Dr. Avi Verma The recent historic meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn global attention, signaling a crucial chapter in Indo-U.S. relations. The discussions encompassed trade, defense, energy, technology, international security, and people-to-people ties, leading
PM Modi arrives in Washington for talks with President Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a two-day visit at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. His visit aims to strengthen the growing strategic partnership between India and the United States. “Landed in Washington DC a short while
MP gears up for PM Modi, Prez Murmu & HM Shah’s visit
In his first formal official meeting after arriving in Washington, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tulsi Gabbard, who was recently confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence following her Senate victory. Following their meeting on Wednesday night, PM Modi shared on X:
Trump Claims ‘US Authority’ to Take Gaza as He Hosts Jordan’s King
Former US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House that he believes the US “will have Gaza,” citing “US authority” as the basis for claiming the enclave. “We’re going to have it, we’re going to keep it, and we’re going to
Trump Says Ukraine ‘May Be Russian Someday,’ Wants Kyiv to Trade Natural Resources for US Aid
Former US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine may eventually fall under Russian control as he proposed that the war-torn country share its natural resources in exchange for American assistance. Trump, whose potential return to power has raised doubts about continued US
Macron’s Paris soirée brings together PM Modi, US Vice President Vance
French President Emmanuel Macron greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a warm embrace upon his arrival in Paris for a dinner at the Elysee Palace. Macron welcomed Modi as they exchanged friendly remarks before beginning discussions. The high-profile dinner also saw the presence
‘Aero India 2025’: Defence trade between India and US is deepening, says charge d’affaires
U.S. Embassy New Delhi Charge d’Affaires Jorgan K. Andrews inaugurated the U.S. Partnership Pavilion at Aero India 2025 on Monday, emphasizing the United States’ commitment to strengthening defence and security cooperation with India. Growing defence partnership “President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra
Hamas must release all hostages now, says US Secretary of State
Reaffirming US President Donald Trump’s firm stance, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for the immediate release of all Israeli hostages held by Hamas, following the return of three captives. Posting on X, Rubio stated, “After 490 harrowing days in captivity,
PM Modi’s February 12-13 US visit to strengthen ties with Trump administration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be among the first world leaders to visit the United States following the start of President Donald Trump’s second term in office, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Friday. The visit, scheduled for February 12-13 at
India and US discuss deepening defense ties ahead of PM Modi’s visit
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to congratulate him on his confirmation and discuss strengthening India-US defense cooperation. The leaders reviewed ongoing collaboration and explored expanding ties in operational, intelligence, logistics, and defense-industrial sectors. Singh emphasized the
Trump imposes sanctions on ICC over Israel and US investigations
Former US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of targeting the US and its ally Israel with “illegitimate and baseless actions.” The order imposes financial and visa restrictions on individuals involved in ICC
Top Trump officials try to walk back President’s Gaza ownership comments
Senior officials in the Donald Trump administration have attempted to clarify the President’s comments suggesting that the US would “take over” the Gaza Strip and assume a “long-term ownership position” in the enclave. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is visiting Guatemala,
After US, Israel withdraws participation from UN Human Rights Council
A day after US President Donald Trump announced America’s withdrawal from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa’ar, stated that Israel would also join the US in its decision not to participate in the UNHRC. On
US federal judge indefinitely blocks Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship
A federal judge in Maryland has indefinitely blocked US President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship for undocumented immigrants and foreign visitors with temporary visas. Judge Deborah L. Boardman of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland issued
Congress seeks discussion in Lok Sabha, dignified treatment for deported Indians by US
The Congress on Thursday submitted adjournment motions in the Lok Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on the deportation of over 100 illegal Indian immigrants by the United States and urged the Centre to clarify its stance and outline diplomatic efforts to ensure the
Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza Strip
US President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to resolve the long-standing West Asia crisis by having the United States take over the Gaza Strip. His plan also involves relocating the displaced Palestinian population to shelters in neighboring Egypt and Jordan. “I strongly
EU ready for tough trade talks with US, says Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has stated that the European Union (EU) is prepared for tough negotiations with the United States to protect its economic interests. Her remarks followed US President Donald Trump’s announcement of plans to impose tariffs on imports
After Mexico, Canada buys itself a reprieve from Trump’s tariff hikes
Tariff hikes on Canada have been delayed by a month after it secured a brief reprieve by promising to allocate $1.3 billion towards measures to curb the flow of drugs and undocumented migrants into the US through the northern border. Mexico had previously
Trade wars have no winners, says Lithuanian president
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda has stated that trade wars rarely have winners, as the United States considers imposing tariffs on the European Union (EU). “I don’t know of any trade wars in history where one side wins and the other loses—usually, both sides
EU criticizes US tariff move, vows to respond firmly if targeted
The European Commission has criticized US President Donald Trump’s recent tariff impositions on Canada, Mexico, and China, calling them disruptive to global trade and harmful to all parties. “The European Union (EU) regrets the US decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and