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PM Narendra Modi US Visit Live Updates: ‘Substantive and productive,’ says MEA on PM Modi’s visit to US, bilateral talks with President Trump

PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi reached the United States earlier today for the first bilateral meet since Trump was elected to a second term in November.

pm modi in us meeting trumpPresident Donald Trump speaks as Prime Minister Narendra Modi listens during a news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo)

PM Narendra Modi – Donald Trump Meeting Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has kicked off his two-day visit to the United States with high-profile meetings at Blair House in Washington, DC. He started the day with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz before sitting down with Tesla and DOGE chief Elon Musk and finally a meeting with Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy. The much-awaited talks with President Donald Trump concluded earlier where a new defense framework was announced among other major deals.

Meeting over tariffs: Ahead of meeting with PM Modi, President Donald Trump today announced sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” hitting both allies and competitors. “Traditionally, India is right at the top of the pack,” Trump said, citing high tariffs on US goods. He recalled how Harley-Davidson struggled to sell motorcycles in India due to excessive tariffs, forcing the company to build a factory there to bypass duties. “That’s what people can do with us. They can build a factory here… that includes medical, cars, chips, and semiconductors,” he added. India slashed tariffs on high-end motorcycles, benefiting Harley-Davidson—a move likely aimed at easing trade tensions with President Trump.

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Immigration and Deportation: Ahead of PM Modi’s visit confirmation to the United States, the Donald Trump administration sent back a first batch of 104 Indian illegal immigrants who were chained and boarded on a military aircraft. According to reports, another 800 individuals, 487 Indian citizens and 298 others in the final stages of verification are bound to be deported soon. Delhi has backed its citizens but “registered concerns” about the treatment of Indians by the American administration.

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Feb 14, 2025 10:01 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Hope Modi told Trump deporting Indians in shackles not right, says Opposition

Opposition leaders on Friday said they hoped Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of the manner in which Indians who had illegally migrated to the US were sent back in a military aircraft with shackles and handcuffs.

Trump hosted Modi for talks at the White House early on Friday during which they discussed bilateral, regional and global issues.

On Modi's US visit and his meeting with President Donald Trump, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said the joint press conference suggested they had a good meeting.

"I hope, behind closed doors, he (Modi) said to the Americans, 'You can't insult our people. You can send them back, they are illegal, we will look after them, they belong in our country but don't send them back in shackles and handcuffs on a military aircraft... That is not right'..." Tharoor told PTI Videos on the sidelines of the Invest Karnataka summit.

"I hope he (Modi) has said it behind closed doors. We don't know," the Thiruvananthapuram MP added. PTI

Feb 14, 2025 09:20 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Key takeaways from PM Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump held a bilateral meeting at the White House, the first visit by the Indian PM since the US President returned to power four weeks ago.

📌 US-India COMPACT — Catalysing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology for the 21st Century — to drive transformative change across key pillars of cooperation – defence, investment and trade, energy security, technology and innovation, multilateral cooperation, people to people connection.

📌 A new ten-year Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership in the 21st Century — to be signed this year.

📌New goal for bilateral trade — “Mission 500” — aiming to more than double total bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.

📌First tranche of a mutually beneficial, multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) by fall of 2025. demonstrate mutual commitment to address bilateral trade barriers. Trump has imposed reciprocal tariffs early in the day.

📌Launch of US-India TRUST (“Transforming the Relationship Utilizing Strategic Technology”) initiative will catalyse government-to-government, academia and private sector collaboration to promote application of critical and emerging technologies in areas like defence, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum, biotechnology, energy and space.

📌 Forward a US-India Roadmap on Accelerating AI Infrastructure by the end of the year.

Feb 14, 2025 08:47 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi and Trump resolve to narrow gap, seize opportunities — challenge is to get things done fast, C Raja Mohan writes

Defying the traditional scepticism and more recent anxiety about India’s relations with the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump outlined an expansive agenda for deepening the bilateral strategic partnership. The personal chemistry between the two leaders and the broader convergence of Indian and American strategic interests has set the stage for resolving difficult issues and making advances across a broad range of areas.

Modi and his team were quick to recognise the historic changes unfolding in US domestic and foreign policies unleashed by Trump and finding ways to seize the new possibilities emerging in Washington. While Modi has been quick, his challenge lies in galvanising the sluggish Indian bureaucracy to turn the new American opportunities into concrete outcomes. Success also depends on the government’s appetite for reforms. - C. Raja Mohan

Feb 14, 2025 02:12 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'MAGA, MIGA unite for MEGA partnership for prosperity,' says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has coined a new term 'Make India Great Again' (MIGA) inspired by President Donald Trump's motto 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA) and said the two visions together form the "MEGA partnership for prosperity" and gives new scale to bilateral partnership.

His comments came during a joint press conference on Thursday with President Donald Trump, who hosted him for wide-ranging talks focussing on charting a new pathway for broadening the bilateral partnership, including in the areas of defence, energy, and critical technology.

"Americans are familiar with President Trump's motto, Make America Great Again, or "MAGA." The people of India are also moving towards development at a fast pace with the determination of "Viksit Bharat 2047” on the track of heritage and development," Prime Minister Modi said. (PTI)

Feb 14, 2025 01:49 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What US President Trump said on Bangladesh situation

Responding to questions on the role of the “US deep state” in the affairs of Bangladesh, Trump said at the beginning of their bilateral meeting in the Oval Office, “Well, there was no role for our deep state… This is something that the Prime Minister has been working on for a long time and has been working on it for hundreds of years. Frankly, I’ve been reading about it, but I will leave Bangladesh to the Prime Minister (Modi).”

Feb 14, 2025 01:06 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Vivek Ramaswamy praises PM Modi during US visit

Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their meeting at the Blair House in Washington DC.

Posting on X, Ramaswamy said, "Prime Minister Modi was thoughtful and deeply knowledgeable on a wide range of issues. It was an honor to meet & welcome him today. Wishing you a wonderful trip to the United States, Narendra Modi."

Feb 14, 2025 12:33 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Rahul Gandhi attacks PM Modi over reply to Adani issue

Rahul Gandhi attacked PM Modi for deeming it a "personal issue" when asked about the Gautam Adani corruption charges in the United States during a joint press conference with Donald Trump.

Posting on X, Rahul Gandhi said, “If you ask questions in the country, there is silence. If you ask abroad, it is a personal matter! Even in America, Modi Ji covered up Adani Ji's corruption!”

“When filling a friend's pocket is “nation building” for Modiji, then taking bribes and looting the nation's wealth becomes a “personal matter,” the senior Congress MP added.

Feb 14, 2025 12:04 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'Aggressive campaign to become self-reliant,' says defence export over India-US F-35 deal

On US to sell F-35 stealth aircraft to India, Defence Expert Praful Bakshi said, "... We have started a very aggressive campaign to become self-reliant in defence. It will still take us 7-8 years to reach our target... Trump wants us to take the F-35 and give up the Su-57. Last time, when it came to F-16 and F-18 aircraft, France hijacked our deal with the US and gave us Rafales. This time, the US has been isolated when it comes to NATO nations, especially by France... The US doesn't want this F-35 deal with India to slip away... We would have received fighter aircraft from the US back in 1962, but we delayed it and did not show any interest."

Feb 14, 2025 11:54 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India and US announce launch of Indian Ocean Strategic Venture

Issuing a joint statement after PM Modi and Donald Trump's meeting, India and US talked about the launch of the “Indian Ocean Strategic Venture”, a new bilateral, whole-of-government forum to advance coordinated investments in economic connectivity and commerce.

“The US appreciates India’s role as a developmental, humanitarian assistance and net security provider in the Indian Ocean Region. In this context, the leaders committed to deepen bilateral dialogue and cooperation across the vast Indian Ocean region and launched the Indian Ocean Strategic Venture, a new bilateral, whole-of-government forum to advance coordinated investments in economic connectivity and commerce,” it said.

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Feb 14, 2025 11:38 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: US working on logistics of Tahawwur Rana's surrender, extradition to India

India is working on the logistics of Tahawwur Rana's surrender and extradition from the US, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has said, as President Donald Trump announced that his administration has given the go-ahead to extradite the 26/11 terror attack accused “to face justice".

“This is an issue on which the US authorities have taken very clear decisions. I think you've seen the President announce it himself from the White House podium the decision of the United States to extradite” Rana, Misri said at a press conference here on Thursday.

During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the White House, US President Donald Trump announced that his administration has approved the extradition of "very evil" Tahawwur Rana, wanted by Indian law enforcement agencies for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, "to face justice in India”. (PTI)

Feb 14, 2025 11:06 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Looking forward to host President Trump for Quad Summit in Delhi, says MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in a joint statement, said, "Prime Minister Modi looks forward to hosting President Trump in New Delhi for the Quad leaders' Summit, ahead of which the leaders will activate new Quad initiatives on shared airlift capacity to support civilian response to natural disasters and maritime patrols to improve interoperability." "The leaders reaffirmed that a close partnership between the US and India is central to a free, open, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. As Quad partners, the leaders reiterated that this partnership is underpinned by the recognition of ASEAN centrality; adherence to international law and good governance; support for safety and freedom of navigation, overflight and other lawful uses of the seas; and unimpeded lawful commerce; and advocacy for peaceful resolution of maritime disputes in accordance with international law," the statement added.

Feb 14, 2025 10:42 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India, US agree to move forward on civil nuclear cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump vowed to move forward to facilitate building American-designed nuclear reactors in India under the framework of the epochal civil nuclear deal sealed by the two nations over 16 years back.

In their talks at the White House on Thursday, the two leaders decided to significantly expand energy cooperation.

The civil nuclear deal changed India's overall engagement with the US as it paved the way for building the bonds of a strategic partnership, especially in areas of high technology and defence.

"The leaders announced their commitment to fully realise the US-India 123 Civil Nuclear Agreement by moving forward with plans to work together to build US-designed nuclear reactors in India through large-scale localisation and possible technology transfer," according to a joint statement. (PTI)

Feb 14, 2025 10:20 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India, US agree to ‘negotiate first tranche of beneficial, multi-sector bilateral trade agreement’ by fall of 2025

Hours after the US announced reciprocal tariffs on trading partners, including India, New Delhi and Washington launched negotiations for a trade agreement to be concluded by fall of this year — in the next seven to eight months — Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Friday.

This is timed with the Quad leaders’ summit when US President Donald Trump will be visiting India for the summit. India is going to be the host of the summit.

This is the first firm deadline for a bilateral deal after the deal being negotiated in Trump’s first term could not materialise.

At the press conference with PM Modi, Trump said, “As we deepen our defence partnership, we will also strengthen our economic ties and bring greater fairness and reciprocity to our trading relationship as a signal of good faith.”

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Feb 14, 2025 09:54 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What did US President Trump say on reciprocal tariff during talks with PM Modi?

US President Donald Trump, while interacting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House in Washington DC on Friday, talked about reciprocal tariff and said that "This should have been done years ago. China did it at a level that nobody has ever seen before. It will create many jobs and keep prices stable."

Feb 14, 2025 09:17 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India-US release joint statement after PM Narendra Modi, President Donald Trump's meeting

India and the US authorities released a joint statement on Friday after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held their bilateral meeting at the White House on Friday.

Feb 14, 2025 09:14 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'Working on logistics and extradition to India,' says External Affairs ministry on Tahawwur Rana

The Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement on 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana's extradition as US President announced that he will be extradited to India.

"This is an issue on which US authorities have taken a very clear decision. President Trump has himself announced from the White House about the decision of the United States to extradite him...We are working on the logistics of his surrender and extradition to India. There are a few final steps to be completed. Two sides are in touch on this issue," Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on behalf of MEA.

Feb 14, 2025 08:50 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi departs for Delhi after concluding 2-day US visit and meeting President Trump

After concluding his two-day visit to the United States and a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned for Delhi.

PM Modi was on an official visit to the US from February 12-13.

Feb 14, 2025 08:35 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi extends invitation to President Trump to visit India for QUAD Summit

During the bilateral meeting with the US President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday at 5am (IST), Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to the US president and said that he should visit India during the upcoming QUAD Summit which will be hosted by India.

Foreign Secretary of India Vikram Misri, during a press briefing about PM Modi's US visit stated, "PM Modi extended an invitation to President Trump to visit India for the QUAD Summit."

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) is a grouping of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States.

Feb 14, 2025 08:16 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'India didn't have a good relation with Biden administration,' says President Trump in meeting with PM Modi

During a joint press conference at the White House with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump was asked about allegations being levelled by the erstwhile Biden administration against Indian agencies regarding Khalistani element, to which Trump responded saying, "India didn't have a good relation with Biden administration."

President Trump further elaborated stating, "A lot of things happened that weren't very appropriate between India and the Biden Administration. We are giving a very violent man back to India immediately. There are more to follow because we have quite a few requests. We work with India on crime and we want to make it good for India and it's very important, that kind of relationship is very important to us."

Feb 14, 2025 08:01 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: President Trump surprises PM Modi with signed book, special photo from India visit

US President Donald Trump presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a signed copy of his book, ‘Our Journey Together’, along with a framed photograph from his 2020 visit to India during their meeting at the White House on Thursday.

The book, which features a cover image of Trump waving from Air Force One, contains photographs from key moments of his presidency during first tenure (2016-2020), including his participation in “Howdy, Modi!” in Houston and “Namaste Trump” in India.

While handing over the gift, Trump expressed admiration for Modi, saying,”Mr Prime Minister, you’re great.”

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Feb 14, 2025 07:54 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: F-35 jets, energy deals, and trade talks: PM Modi, President Trump meet to strengthen India-US ties

In a meeting that marked the strengthening of US-India bilateral ties, President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday spoke about a host of deals — from Washington supplying F-35 fighter jets to New Delhi importing more US oil.

Trump said that the US will increase military sales to India starting in 2025, and will eventually provide F-35 fighter jets. He also said that the US will sell energy to India, and they will work on a trade deal. Trump added that they have reached an agreement that includes India importing more US oil and gas to narrow the trade deficit between the two countries.

They also agreed to discuss a trade deal, and announced that a new defence framework will be arrived at. He also said that the US administration has approved extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana.

“Starting this year, we’ll be increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars. We’re also paving the way to ultimately provide India with the F 35 stealth fighters,” Trump said, after the meeting with Modi.

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Feb 14, 2025 07:31 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: MEA calls PM Modi’s meeting with Trump ‘substantive and productive’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the United States has been hailed as a resounding success, with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) describing it as "substantive and productive". The visit, which was Modi's first to the US since President Donald Trump's inauguration for a second term, underscored the priority both leaders place on the India-US relationship.

During his visit, Modi met with newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, as well as business leaders Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, and engaged in four hours of discussions at the White House covering a wide range of topics, including strategic cooperation, trade, technology, and regional issues.

Feb 14, 2025 07:20 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi highlights India-US "MEGA partnership" for prosperity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the significance of the India-US partnership during his US visit, introducing the term "MEGA" - a blend of "Make India Great Again" (MIGA) and "Make America Great Again" (MAGA). Modi emphasized that India and the US share a "MEGA partnership for prosperity", underscoring their joint vision for economic growth and development, and shared his thoughts on X.

Feb 14, 2025 07:11 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'Only Trump has copyright on word deal,' says PM Modi on question over business deal with Elon Musk

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was asked by reporters at the White House whether he had any business deals during his meeting with billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, to which he responded saying, "Only one person has a copyright on the word deal in the world and that is Trump."

"We have a very old relationship. I have known him (Elon Musk) since I was the chief minister of Gujarat. He came with his family to meet me today. As far as any deal is concerned, only one person has a copyright on the word deal in the world and that is Trump," PM Modi said during a joint press conference with US President Donald Trump.

Earlier in the day, PM Modi met Musk on the sidelines of his two-day visit to the United States. The question came in wake of reports as Musk has been trying to launch SpaceX's Starlink in India.

Feb 14, 2025 06:57 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'India is reforming its laws to welcome US nuclear technologies into Indian market,' says President Trump

US President Donald Trump, during a joint press conference at the White House with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said, "India is reforming its laws to welcome US nuclear technologies into Indian market."

Feb 14, 2025 06:27 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Watch - President Trump pulls chair for PM Modi during meeting at White House

US President Donald Trump gave Prime Minister Narendra Modi a warm welcome at the White House in Washington, DC, on Thursday (local time). The two leaders shared a hearty hug as they greeted each other at the West Wing lobby.

This meeting marks PM Modi’s first visit to the US since President Trump’s inauguration for his second term.

Feb 14, 2025 06:24 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Watch what PM Modi said when asked about query regarding industrialist Gautam Adani

In response to a query regarding industrialist Gautam Adani during a joint press conference with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday, PM Narendra Modi said, "First of all, India is a democratic country and our culture is 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. We treat the world as a family, and I treat every Indian as one of my own. Secondly, leaders of two countries neither meet nor discuss such matters."

Feb 14, 2025 06:18 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India, US set $500 billion target for bilateral trade by 2030, says PM Modi at White House

"We have set ourselves the target of more than doubling our bilateral trade to attain $500 billion by 2030. Our teams will work on concluding very soon, a mutually beneficial trade agreement," PM Modi said during joint press conference with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

Feb 14, 2025 06:02 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump weighs in on NATO membership amid Ukraine-Russia conflict

US President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, stating that Russia's actions were a mistake and that the situation needs to be resolved. He emphasized his desire to stop the bloodshed and expressed openness to negotiations, suggesting that Russia might be willing to make concessions. Trump also highlighted Russia's opposition to Ukraine's NATO membership as a key factor in the conflict, and acknowledged Russia's significant territorial gains.

Feb 14, 2025 05:49 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: US President Donald Trump says 'PM Modi is a much tougher, better negotiator'

During a joint press conference at the White House with PM Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump was asked by reporters who is a tougher negotiator between him and PM Modi, as he had said in the past that PM Modi a 'tough negotiator', Trump responded, "He is a much tougher negotiator than me, and he is a much better negotiator than me. There is not even a contest."

Feb 14, 2025 05:29 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'India will take back verified illegal, youth misled,' says PM Modi on issue of illegal immigration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, talking about the issue of illegal immigrant, responded to question during a joint press conference and said that India will take back "verified illegals" residing in the United States.

"Those who stay in other countries illegally do not have any legal right to be there. As far as India and the US are concerned, we have always said that those who are verified and are truly the citizens of India - if they live in the US illegally, India is ready to take them back," PM Modi said during the joint press conference with President Donald Trump at the White House.

However, PM Modi added "But it doesn't stop just there for us. These are people from ordinary families. They are shown big dreams and most of them are such who are misled and brought here. So, we should attack this entire system of human trafficking. Together, it should be the effort of the US and India to destroy such an ecosystem from its roots so that human trafficking ends."

Feb 14, 2025 05:17 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi avoids question on Gautam Adani during press briefing, says 'No individuals discussed'

During the joint press conference with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was questioned about billionaire businessman Gautam Adani and whether any discussion took place regarding him, to which PM Modi responded that "No individuals were discussed".

Avoiding the question on Adani, PM Modi said that "two heads of state do not sit together and discuss about individuals".

Feb 14, 2025 05:10 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: US to provide F35 Stealth fighters to India, says President Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has said that America would provide F35 Stealth Fighters to India during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Friday.

"Starting this year, we will be increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars. We are also paving the way to ultimately provide India with the F-35 Stealth fighters. In 2017, my administration revived the Quad security partnership, and in our meeting today, the PM and I reaffirmed the strong cooperation between the US, India, Australia and Japan, and it is crucial really to maintain peace, prosperity, tranquillity in the Indo-Pacific," said President Trump, reported PTI.

Feb 14, 2025 04:49 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: President Trump announces extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana

US President Donald Trump announced extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack convict Tahawwur Rana during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on Friday.

"I am pleased to announce that my administration has approved the extradition of one of the plotters (Tahawwur Rana) and one of the very evil people of the world, having to do with the horrific 2008 Mumbai terrorist attack to face justice in India. He is going back to India to face justice," said President Trump at the White House.

Earlier, the US Supreme Court had rejected a review petition filed by Tahawwur Rana, who is wanted in India for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.

Feb 14, 2025 04:38 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi, President Trump hold joint press conference at White House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are now holding joint press conference at the White House after holding bilateral talks.

Feb 14, 2025 04:26 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What did President Trump say in opening remarks during bilateral talks with PM Modi?

US President Donald Trump hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence at the White House and said that he is a "great friend" in his opening remarks at the White House in Washington DC on Friday.

"It’s a great honour to have PM Modi of India. He is a great friend of mine for a long time. We have had a wonderful relationship and we kept the relationship during our 4 year period…We have just started up again. We have, I think, some very big things to talk about. Number 1 is, they are going to be purchasing a lot of our oil and gas. We have more oil and gas than any other country in the world. They need it, and we have it,” Trump said as he opened talks.

Feb 14, 2025 04:13 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'President Trump keeps country's interest first, I do the same,' says PM Modi at White House

During bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump, PM Narendra Modi said that he appreciates how President Trump always keeps his country first.

PM Modi in his remarks at the White House said, "I appreciate how President Trump always keeps his country first. I do the same – that is something we have in common."

Feb 14, 2025 04:04 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: President Trump welcomes PM Modi to White House with warm hug, tells he expects ‘wonderful trade deals’ with India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump today in Washington, marking their first meeting since Trump’s return to the White House for a second term. Modi is among the first world leaders to visit the US following Trump’s re-election, underscoring the significance of India-US ties.

Welcoming PM, Trump he expected “wonderful trade deals”, setting an unusually upbeat tone as he slaps tariffs on both friends and foes.

“It’s a great honour to have PM Modi of India. He is a great friend of mine for a long time. We have had a wonderful relationship and we kept the relationship during our 4 year period…We have just started up again. We have, I think, some very big things to talk about. Number 1 is, they are going to be purchasing a lot of our oil and gas. We have more oil and gas than any other country in the world. They need it, and we have it,” Trump said as he opened talks.

Feb 14, 2025 03:56 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'India not neutral but stands with peace,' says PM Modi when asked about Russia-Ukraine war at White House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was asked by reporters at the White House what is the stand of India on Russia-Ukraine war during his bilateral meeting with President Trump, to which PM Modi responded that "India is not neutral in this war, but India stands with peace."

Feb 14, 2025 03:51 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'Together we will march towards progress and prosperity,' says PM Modi in opening remarks during meeting with President Trump

During his meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his opening remarks said that the two nations would march towards prosperity together.

PM Modi in opening remarks said, "Together we will march towards progress and prosperity of our two nations."

Feb 14, 2025 03:35 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi speaks with President Trump at White House as meeting between the two leaders gets underway

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump's meeting is now underway at the White House in Washington DC.

Feb 14, 2025 03:29 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump at White House amid reciprocal tariffs announcement

PM Narendra Modi met with US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington DC on Friday at 3:30am (IST) and a bilateral meeting between the two leaders has started.

It is the first meeting between PM Modi and President Trump after the US president took oath of office for the second time on January 20.

President Trump has earlier announced reciprocal tariffs where he threatened the BRICS countries of imposing 100% tariffs if “games are played with Dollar”.

Feb 14, 2025 03:12 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Indian delegation including Minister Jaishankar, NSA Ajit Doval arrive at White House amid PM Modi's arrival

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival at the White House for a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump, the Indian delegation including External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, NSA Ajit Doval and India's Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra have arrived at the White House.

Feb 14, 2025 03:02 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi arrives at White House for bilateral meeting with President Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at the White House to have bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump, which is the first between the two leaders since President Trump took oath of office for the second time on January 20.

Feb 14, 2025 02:55 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: President Trump threatens 100% tariffs on BRICS nation, says 'BRICS is dead'

US President Donald Trump, ahead of his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi, threatened to impose a 100% tariff on BRICS nations if “games are played with Dollar”.

US President Trump says, "BRICS was put there for a bad purpose...I told them if they want to play games with the Dollar, then they are going to be hit by a 100% tariff. The day they mention that they want to do it, they will come back and say - we beg you, we beg you. BRICS is dead since I mentioned that."

Feb 14, 2025 02:52 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi leaves for White House to meet President Trump for bilateral meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left his guest lodging at Blair House to have a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

PM Modi will be meeting President Trump with several discussions on the card between the two leaders ranging from trade tariffs, migrants among others.

PM Modi is in the US for a two day visit and he is residing in the US government’s official residence for world leaders and heads of state, Blair House, which is across the street from White House.

Feb 14, 2025 02:44 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Ceremonial guards gather at White House to welcome PM Narendra Modi for meeting with President Trump

Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump, visuals can be seen of ceremonial guards gathering at the White House to welcome the Indian prime minister.

This will be the first meeting between PM Modi and President Trump after the inauguration of US president as the 47th US President on January 20, 2025.

Feb 14, 2025 01:15 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump announces reciprocal tariffs for fair trade

Donald Trump stated that the US will impose reciprocal tariffs, ensuring that whatever tariffs or taxes other countries impose on American goods will be matched equally. "In other words, they charge us with tax and tariffs, and we will charge them with the exact same tax and tariffs—it's very simple," Trump said.

Feb 14, 2025 12:55 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'India has more tariffs' than most, says Trump

"India has more tariffs than nearly any other country," said US President Donald Trump while talking about his intentions of imposing reciprocal tariffs, as reported by Reuters.

Feb 14, 2025 12:34 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi says it was a delight to meet Musk's family

Modi shared that it was a delight to meet Elon Musk’s family. He mentioned having conversations on a wide range of subjects with them.

It was also a delight to meet Mr. @elonmusk’s family and to talk about a wide range of subjects! pic.twitter.com/0WTEqBaVpT
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
Feb 14, 2025 12:14 AM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Meeting ends with Vivek Ramaswamy, next is President Trump

The bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has concluded, reported ANI.

Talking to media after the meeting, Ramaswamy said, "It was a pleasure and honour to welcome Prime Minister Modi here. Hope he has a wonderful visit and it was a great meeting."

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Up next, is a near 2 hour break after which, PM Modi will meet US President Trump at the White House at 2:30 am IST.

Feb 13, 2025 11:38 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi says that he had 'a very good meeting' with Elon Musk

Prime Minister Modi shared on social media that he had a very good meeting with Elon Musk in Washington, DC. They discussed various topics, including space, mobility, technology, and innovation, areas Musk is passionate about. Modi also talked about India’s reform efforts and the country’s focus on ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’

Had a very good meeting with @elonmusk in Washington DC. We discussed various issues, including those he is passionate about such as space, mobility, technology and innovation. I talked about India’s efforts towards reform and furthering ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’ pic.twitter.com/tNgnaJJHs2
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 11:35 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Bilateral meeting between PM Modi and Vivek Ramaswamy underway

The bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy is currently underway at Blair House in Washington, DC, reported ANI.

#watch | The bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy is underway at Blair House in Washington, DC.

(Video: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/1GLaCi2aXY
— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 11:20 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What makes Blair House special?

As PM Modi arrived at the Blair House in Washington, DC, he was greeted by a vibrant crowd from the Indian diaspora outside the iconic guest lodging. Reserved exclusively for dignitaries visiting the President of the United States, Blair House is often referred to as “the world’s most exclusive hotel.” Located just across from the White House, Blair House has hosted numerous foreign dignitaries, royal families, and heads of state, cementing its identity as a symbol of American hospitality.

Built in 1824, it spans an impressive 70,000 square feet, with 119 rooms including 14 guest rooms and 35 bathrooms. The house also boasts features like three dining rooms and a fully equipped beauty salon. Ahead of Modi’s arrival, the Indian flag was displayed as supporters gathered outside, chanting slogans in his honor.

Feb 13, 2025 10:57 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: ‘Vande Mataram’ echoes in DC as Indian diaspora cheers for Modi

Indian diaspora members gathered outside Blair House in Washington, DC, raising slogans like 'Vande Mataram' and 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' to show their support for Prime Minister Modi, who is staying at the residence during his visit to the US.

#watch | Members of the Indian diaspora gather outside Blair House in Washington, DC and raise slogans of 'Vande Mataram and 'Bharat Mata ki jai'; also raise slogans for PM Modi.

The Prime Minister is staying at Blair House during this visit to the US. pic.twitter.com/6idWlkVRmX
— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 10:51 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi calls NSA Waltz a ‘great friend of India’

PM Modi posted on X about his "fruitful meeting" with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, calling him "a great friend of India." He emphasized defense, technology, and security as key areas of India-US ties and highlighted potential collaboration in AI, semiconductors, and space.

Had a fruitful meeting with NSA @michaelgwaltz. He has always been a great friend of India. Defence, technology and security are important aspects of India-USA ties and we had a wonderful discussion around these issues. There is strong potential for cooperation in sectors like… pic.twitter.com/5w3Gv2lMJ6
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 10:28 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi's meeting with Musk begins

The bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has begun at Blair House in Washington, DC, reported ANI.

#watch | The bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is underway at Blair House in Washington, DC.

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— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 10:10 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Elon Musk arrives at Blair House for meeting with Modi

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has arrived at Blair House in Washington, DC, for a bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi, as per ANI.

#watch | Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrives at Blair House in Washington, DC, for a bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi.

PM's bilateral meeting with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz concluded just now. pic.twitter.com/1k9yF6wYEN
— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
Feb 13, 2025 10:07 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Meeting with USA NSA Waltz has finished

PM Modi's meeting with US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz has concluded, as per sources. The next meeting is scheduled with Elon Musk at 11:30 EST.

Feb 13, 2025 09:40 PM IST
PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Why PM Modi’s US visit matters?

As Trump pushes aggressive policies on immigration and tariffs, Modi’s visit holds significance.

  • Personal rapport: Modi and Trump share a working relationship, making direct engagement crucial as Trump remains focused on domestic issues.
  • Immigration concerns: The recent deportation of 104 Indians in shackles sparked political backlash in India.
  • Trade and tariffs: Trump, who calls tariffs the “most beautiful word”, has labelled India a “tariff king”, making trade negotiations key.
  • China strategy: Trump was the first US president to name China a strategic rival, aligning with India’s regional concerns.

    • Feb 13, 2025 09:24 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Meeting with US NSA Waltz has started

    US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz's bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi has started, at Blair House in Washington, DC. EAM Dr S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval are also reportedly present in the meeting.

    #watch | The bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz begins at Blair House in Washington, DC.

    EAM Dr S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval are also in the meeting.

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    — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
    Feb 13, 2025 09:12 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: NATO's Rutte says Putin must understand West is 'united'

    NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Thursday that it was important that Russian President Vladimir Putin understood that the West was "united" as peace talks to end its war with Ukraine begin. "I don't know what is exactly on President Putin's mind, of course," Rutte told reporters after talks with the alliance's defence ministers. "He is a strong negotiator, he is very unpredictable, but in the end if we want to get a peace deal we need him there." Rutte added that Ukraine would be involved in any way whatsoever in any peace deal.

    (Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 09:08 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India in talks with US to buy and co-produce combat vehicles

    India is negotiating with the US for the purchase and co-production of combat vehicles and finalizing a fighter jet engine deal, sources told Reuters. Discussions include acquiring Stryker combat vehicles from General Dynamics, with plans for co-production through a state-run firm. Talks began after a demonstration for the Indian Army late last year. Additionally, both nations are working to conclude contract talks on co-producing fighter jet engines in India, a deal initially agreed upon in 2023.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 08:59 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: India, US likely to announce new defence framework

    India and the US are likely to make an announcement on a new defence framework, according to sources. The two sides are also looking at a trade deal in 2025, and negotiations are likely to start now.

    Feb 13, 2025 08:56 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Bilateral meetings today between 10:30 EST and 13:00 EST

    10:30 EST - Call on by Michael Waltz, NSA

    11:30 EST - Call on by Elon Musk

    12:15 EST - Call on by Vivek Ramaswamy

    Timings and program are subject to change.

    Feb 13, 2025 08:52 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: BJP Gujarat posts Modi’s arrival in Washington

    The BJP Gujarat posted on X, "USA Welcomes PM Modi", along with a video of the Indian Prime Minister landing in Washington, DC.

    USA Welcomes PM Modi

    📍Washington DC pic.twitter.com/lU5ZF9zRta
    — BJP Gujarat (@BJP4Gujarat) February 13, 2025
    Feb 13, 2025 08:38 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump aims for fair trade deal with India this year

    The Trump administration wants to bring down the US trade deficit with India and hopes to have a fair bilateral trade deal with New Delhi in place in 2025, Trump administration officials said ahead of a summit between President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.

    Trump's meeting with Modi will aim to build on defense sales to ensure they are prioritizing American technology and the two sides are moving toward signing a new defense framework, one official said in a briefing for journalists ahead of the talks in Washington on Thursday afternoon.

    (Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 08:31 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump officials outline agenda for meeting with Modi

    Trump administration officials briefed reporters on the president’s upcoming meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reported Reuters. Trump aims to reduce the US trade deficit with India and finalize a bilateral trade deal by 2025, officials said. A major focus will be expanding defense ties, prioritizing American technology, and working toward a new defense framework agreement. The meeting will also address:

  • Positioning India as a key importer of US natural resources
  • Ensuring fair trade relations and lowering the trade deficit
  • Strengthening the Quad partnership to promote Indo-Pacific stability
  • Advancing a new US-India defense framework

    • (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 08:26 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump announces news conference on reciprocal tariffs

    US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he will hold a news conference on reciprocal tariffs at 1:00 PM EST in the Oval Office, adding, "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!"

    Feb 13, 2025 08:18 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Musk wants to ‘delete entire agencies’ from US government

    Billionaire Elon Musk called for the elimination of several federal agencies as part of Donald Trump's effort to radically overhaul the US government, reported Reuters. "We do need to delete entire agencies, as opposed to leave part of them behind. Just leave part of them behind. It's easy. It's kind of like leaving a weed," Musk said during a video call at the World Governments Summit in Dubai.

    "If you don't remove the roots of the weed, then it's easy for the weed to grow back. But if you remove the roots of the weed, it doesn't stop weeds from ever going back, but it makes it harder," he added. "So we have to really delete entire agencies, many of them." Musk has already led efforts to dismantle two agencies: USAID, which provides aid to the world’s needy, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which protects Americans from unscrupulous lenders.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 07:54 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: UK faces rare goods trade deficit with US amid Trump’s tariff threats

    The UK recorded a goods trade deficit of 164 million pounds ($205 million) with the US in the fourth quarter of 2024, reversing a 713 million-pound surplus from the previous quarter, reported Reuters. This marks the first goods trade deficit since 2011, excluding pandemic-related fluctuations. The deficit comes amid concerns over President Trump’s tariff plans, which target countries with trade surpluses.

    While Trump has suggested possible negotiations with the UK, he later criticized the “huge” trade deficit with Britain. Despite the deficit, both countries report overall trade surpluses when factoring in goods and services. The US is a significant fuel supplier to the UK, and machinery and transport equipment make up the largest trade categories. The data also highlights Britain’s shift toward services trade. UK goods exports to the EU slumped, widening the goods trade deficit with the EU to a record 32.9 billion pounds in Q4, as per Reuters.

    Economists predict the trade deficit will remain significant in 2025 due to rising energy costs and Trump’s tariff threats. "The trade deficit will likely remain wide in 2025 as rising wholesale energy prices raise import costs and President Trump's tariff threats undermine global trade," said economist Elliot Jordan-Doak, as per Reuters.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 07:21 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: EU warns Trump against ‘dirty deal’ on Ukraine

    Ukraine and its European allies insist on being part of any peace negotiations, pushing back against Donald Trump’s overtures to Russian President Vladimir Putin, reported Reuters. Concerns are rising that the White House might strike a deal without them. "Any agreement without us will fail, because you need Europe and Ukraine to also implement the agreement," said EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. "Any quick fix is a dirty deal."

    Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha echoed this, stating, "Nothing can be discussed on Ukraine without Ukraine or on Europe without Europe," as per Reuters. Kallas warned against conceding to Russian demands before talks even begin, adding that Europe would continue supporting Ukraine if it rejected a deal made behind its back.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 07:03 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump and Musk struggle to prove fraud claims

    US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s efforts to disrupt the US government and weaken federal agencies rely heavily on the claim that they are fighting fraud, reported The Washington Post. The word “fraud” was used more than a dozen times during their Oval Office meeting on Tuesday, and the Trump administration continues to cite it in court defenses.

    "We have massive amounts of fraud that we’ve caught," Trump said, as per The Washington Post. Yet, they seem to be struggling to find concrete evidence of it.

    (With inputs from The Washington Post)

    Feb 13, 2025 06:48 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 54 Indians on death row abroad, says Indian government

    54 Indian citizens have been awarded death sentences by foreign courts, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) informed Parliament, as per PTI. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh shared the data in a written response to the Rajya Sabha. Asked about Nimisha Priya, sentenced to death in Yemen, and the government's intervention, Singh said, "The Government of India accords high priority to the welfare of Indians abroad and provides all possible support to those who fall in distress, including in the instant case of Ms Nimisha Priya. Government is providing all possible assistance in the case."

    He also detailed Indians on death row in Gulf countries: UAE (29), Saudi Arabia (12), Kuwait (3), and Qatar (1). Singh added that 10,152 Indians are currently imprisoned overseas, including 2,684 under-trials.

    (With inputs from PTI)

    Feb 13, 2025 06:11 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Over 40% of Indians see Trump as favorable to India

    More than 40% of Indians polled in an India Today survey believe Donald Trump's second term would be favorable for India, the findings revealed just hours before his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The survey showed Trump enjoys strong support among Modi and BJP backers. Only 16% felt his presidency would be bad or disastrous for India, while the rest saw no impact. "There is a classical division on the left and right, and you find that supporters of Modi and Trump tend to ally," said Yashwant Deshmukh, a psephologist with CVoter, which conducted the poll.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 05:59 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump to announce reciprocal tariffs on Thursday

    US President Donald Trump said he will announce reciprocal tariffs on Thursday but provided no details on the plan, which could target countries that impose duties on US imports. "Today is the big one: reciprocal tariffs," Trump wrote on his social media platform. The exact timing remains unclear, though Trump suggested it could be Thursday morning. The White House said the announcement would come before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 4 p.m. (1900 GMT) visit.

    Trump’s latest tariff move has heightened fears of a global trade war and rising US inflation. He has already imposed tariffs on steel, aluminum, and Chinese goods, while delaying tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

    (With inputs from Reuters)

    Feb 13, 2025 05:07 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM to meet Elon Musk today

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to the United States, will be meeting Tesla founder Elon Musk, US national security advisor Mike Waltz and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy tonight.

    Feb 13, 2025 04:21 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What are the 5 things on Narendra Modi's agenda

    Feb 13, 2025 04:14 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Will PM Modi have courage to convey to Trump outrage at 'inhuman' deportation of Indians, says Congress

    Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump, the Congress on Thursday asked if he would "summon up the courage" to convey India's collective outrage at the "inhuman manner" in which Indian citizens were deported from that country. Posing a series of questions to the prime minister, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also asked if Modi would convey to the US president that India would send its own aircraft -- like Venezuela and Colombia did -- to bring back Indian deportees in the future. -PTI

    Feb 13, 2025 02:32 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Will PM Modi have courage to convey to Trump outrage at 'inhuman' deportation of Indians, asks Congress

    Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump, the Congress on Thursday asked if he would "summon up the courage" to convey India's collective outrage at the "inhuman manner" in which Indian citizens were deported from that country.

    Posing a series of questions to the prime minister, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh also asked if Modi would convey to the US president that India would send its own aircraft -- like Venezuela and Colombia did -- to bring back Indian deportees in the future.

    "The prime minister will be first hugging and then meeting his 'good friend' President Trump at 2:30 am IST on the morning of February 14. India has already appeased the US president by slashing import duties on some farm produce and on Mr Trump's favourite Harley-Davidson motorcycles," Ramesh said in a post on X. (PTI)

    Feb 13, 2025 02:15 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi's gifts to French President, First Lady, JD Vance's kids

    PM Modi, during his visit to France, gifted a traditional Dokra artwork to President Emmanuel Macron, and a silver hand-crafted table mirror to First Lady Brigitte Macron.

    The Prime Minister also took multiple sustainable and wood-carved toys for the children of US Vice President JD Vance.

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    Feb 13, 2025 01:08 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: BJP expressed hope over PM Modi's visit to US

    BJP leader Prakash Reddy lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, expressing his hopes that the meeting would further strengthen the bilateral relationship between India and the US.

    "I hope the meeting between PM Modi and US President Donald Trump will boost the bilateral relationship of the US and India. The meeting between the chiefs of the two countries will give solutions to the issues faced by the people in different parts of the globe, particularly the Ukraine-Russia War and the Israel-Gaza issue... I hope this meeting will give good solutions to all these issues," Reddy said.

    Feb 13, 2025 12:30 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Nuclear-reactors, missiles, engines in focus during Modi-Macron meet

    India and France Wednesday agreed to jointly develop modern nuclear reactors, boost defence cooperation with procurement of missiles, submarines, engines for aircraft and helicopters, and jointly work on projects in third countries.

    These were the outcome of bilateral discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on board the Presidential aircraft while flying from Paris to Marseille. Read more.

    Feb 13, 2025 11:28 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What's on cards for PM Modi-Donald Trump meeting?

    For New Delhi, the strategic calculus is that they need to have a face-to-face between the two leaders given that they enjoy some personal rapport from Trump’s previous term between 2017 and 2021.

    Immigration and tariffs are expected to dominate the conversation – the Trump 2.0 administration has been aggressive on both the issues.

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    Feb 13, 2025 11:09 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: A warm welcome for PM Modi in US, says BJP

    BJP shared photos of PM Modi receiving a hearty welcome as he landed in Washington for his two-day US visit.

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    Feb 13, 2025 10:48 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Speculations of India-US trade pact

    With Trump's tariff policy sending shockwave across the world, Modi's key priority is likely to be to pre-empt any punitive trade action by Washington against India.

    People closely tracking India-US ties said there is a possibility of both sides exploring the option of looking at a trade pact to avoid high tariffs and expand the overall trade basket.

    In their meeting, the two leaders are likely to broadly focus on ramping up India-US cooperation in sectors like trade, investment, energy, defence, technology and immigration. (PTI)

    Feb 13, 2025 10:09 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi gifts wooden alphabet set to JD Vance's daughter, Dokra artwork to Macron

    During his visit to France for the AI Action Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted an eco-friendly wooden alphabet set to Mirabel Rose Vance, daughter of US Vice President JD Vance.

    This sustainable wooden alphabet set is a durable, safe, and engaging learning tool, designed to enhance motor skills and cognitive abilities. Unlike plastic alternatives, it is free from harmful chemicals and promotes environmental conservation.

    PM Modi also presented Dokra artwork - musicians with studded stonework - to French President Emmanuel Macron.

    Feb 13, 2025 09:42 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump, Modi plan joint press conference on Thursday

    U.S. President Donald Trump and visiting Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a press conference on Thursday when they meet in Washington, the White House said, a rare press briefing by the Indian leader.

    Modi held a press conference with former President Joe Biden during a 2023 visit, but it is unusual for him to take questions from the media beyond occasional interviews, mostly around the time of elections.

    Feb 13, 2025 08:58 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What Indian diaspora expects from Modi-Trump meeting

    Here's what Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation said on expectations from PM Modi-President Trump meeting in Washington. "I think the defence trade of both the countries has increased very significantly over the years and I do think that... that will continue to be the case as both the largest and oldest democracies work together. I think there is a lot of synergies in terms of interoperability, and I think in the future interchangeability as well. So, I do think that platforms that India has procured has served the Indian security system really well and it will continue to do so."

    Feb 13, 2025 08:41 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi receives warm welcome by Indian diaspora

    PM Modi, as he landed in Washington DC on February 12, received a warm welcome by the Indian diaspora despite the biting cold in the area.

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    Feb 13, 2025 08:11 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Mary Millben excited over PM Modi's visit to US

    African-American singer and actress Mary Millben said, "I'm looking forward to seeing what their agenda will be in the context of strengthening the relationship, and certainly India is an important partner. It's our most important democratic partner. So, I'm looking forward to hearing what the President and the Prime minister desire to do together to make the world a better place. That's what we're all here for, right, is to make the world a better place, and we are certainly facing some challenges across the world, and India plays a very significant and key part in mitigating some of these challenges that we're facing. And so it'll be an exciting day tomorrow."

    Feb 13, 2025 07:51 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: US flag in Blair House replaced with Indian flag

    The US flag in the Blair House was replaced with the Indian tricolour ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.

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    Feb 13, 2025 07:26 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What’s on the table during PM Modi, President Trump talks?

    On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House.

    A day prior, Modi met US Vice President J D Vance in Paris and discussed how the United States can assist India in diversifying its energy sourcing through investments in US nuclear technology.

    The bilateral meeting took place on the sidelines of the AI Action summit before Modi left for the US to meet President Trump, less than a month after his return to the Oval Office. The Prime Minister, who left Marseille for Washington DC, will reach early Thursday India time.

    IN CONTEXT: Officials say this is the earliest that an Indian Prime Minister has visited the White House – President Trump ends his third week in office. Only a handful of foreign leaders have visited White House since his inauguration on January 20 — Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba and Jordan’s King Abdullah. Even the British PM, who usually is among the first foreign leaders, hasn’t visited yet.

    (Read the full report)

    Feb 13, 2025 06:56 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi congratulates Tulsi Gabbard on confirmation as Director of National Intelligence

    In a meeting with Tulsi Gabbard in Washington DC on Wednesday, PM Narendra Modi congratulated her for being confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence. She has been picked by the US President Donald Trump to lead the National Intelligence.

    PM Modi also discussed various aspects of India-US relations with Tulsi Gabbard. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote "Met USA’s Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-USA friendship, of which she’s always been a strong votary."

    Earlier on Wednesday, the US Senate confirmed the appointment of Gabbard to lead the National Intelligence and thereafter, she was sworn-in in the presence of President Trump.

    Feb 13, 2025 06:31 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi meets US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard during visit to Washington DC

    In his first high level interaction with the US President Donald Trump's administration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tulsi Gabbard, who is the Director of National Intelligence.

    President Trump's pick Tulsi Gabbard to lead the National Intelligence was confirmed by the US Senate on Wednesday, just ahead of PM Modi's scheduled arrival to America.

    Feb 13, 2025 06:23 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi acknowledges welcome by Indian diaspora at Blair House, says 'A warm reception in winter chill'

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the rousing welcome by the Indian diaspora outside of the Blair House in Washington DC, where he is bound to stay during his two day visit to the United States.

    While receiving the welcome and interacting with the crowd of Indian diaspora, PM Modi posted pictures on X regarding his welcome.

    PM Modi wrote, "A warm reception in the winter chill! Despite the cold weather, the Indian diaspora in Washington DC has welcomed me with a very special welcome. My gratitude to them."

    Feb 13, 2025 06:00 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: After PM Modi's arrival in US, MEA states 'New chapter in India-US global partnership'

    As Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in the United States on Wednesday at 6pm (ET), the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that "a new chapter" will be written in the India-US global strategic partnership.

    In a post on X, the External Affairs ministry stated "A new chapter in the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. PM Narendra Modi arrives on an official working visit to Washington D.C., USA. During the visit, PM will meet US President Donald Trump, members of the US Cabinet & industry leaders."

    Feb 13, 2025 05:45 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: After landing in US, PM Modi says, 'Looking forward to meet President Trump'

    After arriving in the Washington DC to meet US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he is looking forward to meet the US president and and build upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

    In a post on X, PM Modi wrote "Landed in Washington DC a short while ago. Looking forward to meeting @POTUS Donald Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Our nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and for a better future for our planet."

    Feb 13, 2025 05:35 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi reaches Blair House after landing in the US

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at the Bair House, the US Presidential guest house right across the road from the White House, where he will be staying.

    PM Modi will be staying at the Blair House during his 2-day visit to America and is poised to hold six bilateral meetings, followed by a bilateral talk with President Donald Trump at the White House. The day will conclude with a dinner being hosted by President Trump for the Indian prime minister.

    Feb 13, 2025 05:24 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Indian diaspora gathers outside Blair House in Washington DC to welcome PM Modi

    The Indian diaspora has gathered outside the Blair House where PM Narendra Modi is poised to stay during his two day trip to the United States.

    According to ANI, the Indian diaspora is braving the harsh winter and is ready to welcome PM Modi outside of the Blair House.

    A member of the Indian diaspora said, "We have people on crutches, and they have braved this great winter and snow...we are excited to welcome PM Modi to America," ANI quoted.

    Feb 13, 2025 05:20 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi lands at Joint Base Andrews in US

    PM Narendra Modi landed at the Joint Base Andrews air base in Maryland on Thursday at around 4:30am (IST), reported ANI. PM Modi is set to hold bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump on February 13 at the White House.

    Feb 13, 2025 04:28 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi lands in US for 2-day visit, to hold bilateral talks with President Trump

    PM Narendra Modi has landed in the United States for his two-day visit, where he will hold bilateral talks with the US President Donald Trump amid tensions over trade, tariffs and immigration, deportation among others.

    Feb 13, 2025 04:16 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: With immigration, tariffs at forefront, why PM Modi’s US visit matters to New Delhi

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Trump White House on February 12-13. Trump is in the fourth week of his second presidency and, officials say, this is the earliest in an American President’s term that an Indian Prime Minister has visited him.

    Since his inauguration on January 20, Trump has so far met only Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. A meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah was scheduled for Tuesday.

    A personal rapport

    As of now, Trump appears focussed on his domestic agenda. He has also spoken of a controversial plan for Gaza, and imposed trade tariffs on several countries and categories of goods. The last, especially, is an area of concern for India.

    Strategic alignment on China

    Trump became the first US President to name China as a strategic threat and rival for the US. This was spelt out in the National Security Strategy in 2017.

    McMaster wrote, “Japanese national security advisor Yachi Shotaro and Indian foreign secretary Subrahmanyam Jaishankar both shared their grave concerns over China’s increasingly aggressive behaviour.”

    (Here's the full report)

    Feb 13, 2025 03:58 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi to stay at the Blair House in US, it's decked up with Indian flag

    As PM Narendra Modi is set to arrive in the United States, he will be staying at the Blair House which has been decked up with the Indian flag. Situated across the street from the White House at 1651 Pennsylvania Avenue, the residence has hosted multiple presidents, world leaders among others.

    Blair House consists of 119 rooms, including 14 guest bedrooms, 35 bathrooms, and three formal dining rooms. And it is considered as the extension of the White House with an area of 70,000 square foot, reported ANI.

    Feb 13, 2025 03:47 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: 'PM Modi will be very well received,' says American singer Mary Millben

    American singer Mary Millben, who sang the national anthem when PM Narendra Modi visited the US in 2023, said that it is wonderful and exciting that PM Modi is visiting the US again today to meet the newly inaugurated President Donald Trump.

    Millben said, "It is wonderful that PM is going to be back in the US, arriving today. PM was here in 2023 for his arrival visit. I sang Indian National Anthem for PM and my beloved Indian American community...it is exciting that he is coming back and he will be meeting US President," ANI quoted.

    Feb 13, 2025 03:33 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi shares highlights from his visit to Marseille in France

    PM Narendra Modi, who recently concluded his three day visit to France, shared a highlight of his visit to the French city of Marseille which came at the last leg of his visit to co-chair the AI Summit along with President Emmanuel Macron.

    Feb 13, 2025 02:01 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi will soon land in Washington till then find out what all is on his agenda?

    A range of bilateral issues are expected to be on the table, with foreign policy-watchers indicating that some of the sensitive issues may also figure in the discussions.

    However, there is no official word yet on the agenda to be taken up during Modi's visit.

    but, here are few key issues that are likely to be discussed-

    Immigration & Deportation: India seeks humane treatment for deported citizens, as the US deports 104 Indian immigrants with 800 more expected. Modi aims to secure legal pathways for Indians traveling for work, study, and tourism.

    Trade & Tariffs: Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum concern Indian businesses. India, labeled a "tariff king," has lowered tariffs on select US goods. Talks may focus on a fairer trade deal, expanded defense purchases, and increased US energy imports.

    China & Strategic Ties: Unlike China, India is neither a US rival nor a traditional ally. Some Trump officials favor stronger US-India ties, emphasisng defense cooperation.

    Feb 13, 2025 01:08 AM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Trump to announce reciprocal tariffs ahead of PM Modi’s visit, confirms White House

    White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Wednesday (12 February) that President Donald Trump will unveil a reciprocal tariff plan ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit.

    “I do believe it will come before the prime minister’s visit tomorrow,” Leavitt said at the White House when asked about the announcement. “I will let the president discuss the details on the reciprocal tariff front, but this is something he believes strongly in.”

    Feb 12, 2025 11:54 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi set to meet Elon Musk during US trip - Report

    PM Modi is expected to meet Elon Musk during his visit to the United States this week, with discussions likely to include Starlink’s long-awaited entry into the Indian market, news agency Reuters reported citing sources.

    Musk is set to hold one-on-one talks with Modi, where India’s government anticipates that Starlink’s delayed satellite broadband rollout in India will be a major point of conversation.

    Starlink has been eager to launch services in India but has faced hurdles, particularly in securing the necessary licences.

    Feb 12, 2025 09:49 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: ICYMI | Ahead of US visit, PM Modi meets Vice President JD Vance on sidelines of Paris AI summit

    In case you missed it: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Vice President JD Vance and his Indian-origin wife Usha on the sidelines of the AI Summit in Paris.

    This marked Modi’s first interaction with a member of Donald Trump’s newly elected administration.

    In a video shared by PMO India, the prime minister was seen holding bilateral talks with Vance, while his wife watched on.

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    Feb 12, 2025 08:26 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: As PM Modi leaves for key US visit, a look at his schedule

    With just a few moments to go before Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in United States, here's his full schedule for the next two days:

  • PM Modi will meet President Donald Trump for a bilateral discussion on Thursday (February 13, 2025), in both restricted and delegation-level formats.
  • His visit coincides with snow and sleet expected in Washington. Just as well, Modi will be staying at Blair House, the US Presidential guest house located right across the road from the White House.
  • According to reports, six bilateral meetings have been scheduled from the time Modi arrives in Washington, DC, on Wednesday evening.
  • On Thursday, he will meet Trump at the White House at 4 pm.
  • The visit will reportedly conclude with a private dinner hosted by the US president later in the evening.
  • The two leaders are also expected to address the media in the Oval Office, either before or after their meeting.

    • Here's what you need to know.

    Feb 12, 2025 07:52 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: The China challenge, explained

    China is likely to impact India-US defence cooperation, Shubhajit Roy underlines while talking about strategic alignment between the two countries, whose leaders are set to meet on Wednesday.

    Trump became the first US President to name China as a strategic threat and rival for the US.

    As Trump wants India to buy more American equipment, such as drones, the China challenge will be an important glue that Modi and Trump discuss.

    Here's the full explainer.

    Feb 12, 2025 07:16 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: What does Modi's meeting with Trump mean for relationship between India, US and China?

    As Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes his way to the United States, here's what experts have to say on what his meeting with US president Donald Trump would mean for the relationship between India, China and the US:

    India is seen as integral to the US strategy of containing China in the Indo-Pacific, the Associated Press noted.

    But India will likely have to recalibrate its stand in case of a Washington-Beijing thaw under Trump.

    “Trump’s outreach to China will complicate India’s ability to cultivate the American desire to use India as a proxy against China without actually ever becoming one,” said Happymon Jacob, founder of the New Delhi-based Council for Strategic and Defense Research, AP quoted.

    “Even a tactical accommodation between the U.S. and China has implications for India,” Meera Shankar, India's former diplomat to the US, emphasized. (AP)

    Feb 12, 2025 07:11 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates | When PM Modi meets President Trump: The key will lie in layering India’s preferences onto the White House’s plans

    With an hour to go before Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in the United States, you might like to delve deeper on how the meeting between the Indian PM and US president Donald Trump would pan out amid trade, tariff and visa talks.

    We bring you, from our Opinion section, Rorry Daniels' piece on what matters now between the two countries:

    "What matters now for the India-US relationship is finding the areas on the margins of both sides’ ambitions where interests align. Beyond the immediate concerns of protecting the US domestic economy through trade restrictions and immigration sweeps, President Trump has ambitions to have the US industry lead in global development...," Daniels writes.

    "India may consider how to make itself a key partner in both lines of effort without eroding the non-alignment that has been a hallmark of its global presence. The key will lie in layering India’s preferences onto the Trump administration’s actions."

    Read the full Opinion here.

    Feb 12, 2025 07:00 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi departs for US after concluding France visit

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for the United States Wednesday evening after wrapping up his visit to France where he co-chaired the Paris AI Action Summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, and held bilateral discussions, news agency PTI reported.

    Watch here:

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    Feb 12, 2025 06:39 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: Modi and Trump's bonhomie to be tested?

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longstanding bonhomie with President Donald Trump could be tested as the former geras up to visit Washington on Wednesday, eager to avoid tariffs that have been slapped on other countries, as well as threats of further taxes and imports, The Associated Press highlighted.

    As tariff threats loom, the question remains how much a good rapport between two leaders matters and how far India will go to cut a deal.

    Last month, when Modi spoke with Trump, the US president "emphasized the importance of India increasing its procurement of American-made security equipment and moving toward a fair bilateral trading relationship," as per a readout released by the White House.

    (Inputs from AP)

    Experts weigh in:

  • Meera Shankar, India’s former ambassador to the US, the two can build on the areas of convergence and “minimize areas of friction without conceding on core areas of national interest." “Most other partners have their reciprocal lists ready from the word go, because it’s a point of leverage when you negotiate," Shankar added, expressing hope that India “will find the right balance between firmness and flexibility” on the tariffs issue.
  • “Another thing we can expect is that Modi would offer to purchase more American (natural) gas to narrow the U.S. trade deficit," Lisa Curtis, the director of the Indo-Pacific security program at the Center for a New American Security, a Washington-based think tank told news agency AP. “This will help a little bit.”
  • Raja Mohan, an analyst at the Institute of South Asian Studies in Singapore, said Modi's visit will be a good time to advance Indo-US ties. “India’s diplomatic skills will be tested, so the general goodwill that exists between Trump and Modi should be translated into concrete outcomes,” Mohan said. (AP)
    • Feb 12, 2025 05:52 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates | C Raja Mohan writes on Modi-Trump meet: Let’s make deals

    With only a few hours left for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to arrive in the United States, we bring to you, from our Opinion pages today, C Raja Mohan's exclusive on how the meeting could serve as an opportunity to enable pragmatic engagement across sectors.

    Mohan writes: "It is a moment of continuity and discontinuity; it is about India dealing with a familiar leader who is moving America into unfamiliar terrain. India had a good run with President Trump in his first term, and Delhi is now dealing with a different leader."

    "So far so good, but the delicateness of the Indian task in Washington this week should not be underestimated. As Jaishankar put it, the test that Trump presents Indian diplomacy in his second term is quite “out of syllabus”."

    Read the full Opinion piece here.

    Feb 12, 2025 04:37 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates | Date, Time, When, Where and How to Watch Live Streaming of Modi-Trump Meeting?

    Prime Minister is expected to land in Washington on the evening of February 12 and is expected to hold the talks with President Trump the next day.

    Where to Watch Live

    The meeting will be broadcast live on PM Modi’s and the Ministry of External Affairs’ official social media platforms, with television news channels also providing coverage.

    Official portals of White House are also likely to telecast the meeting.

    Feb 12, 2025 04:31 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates | Trade and tariffs: What else is on the agenda?

    United States President Donald Trump, in his second tenure, is revisiting the trade relationship and imposing tariffs across the sectors.

    He has announced a sweeping 25% tariff for Mexico and Canadian goods, only to pause it for a month after having talks with their leaders.

    However, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on China, escalating the fear of a wider trade war. Though Trump has trained his gun on India as well and described Delhi as a “tariff king” and “abuser” of tariffs in the past.

    The US President has typically used threats of tariffs to negotiate better deals, and India has already slashed tariffs on high-end motorcycles and electric batteries ahead of Modi’s visit to smoothen the conversation.

    A trade deal was being negotiated in the first term of the Trump administration, but couldn’t come to fruition.

    Feb 12, 2025 04:29 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates | Deportation and immigration: Here's the agenda of PM Modi's visit to the US -

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States Wednesday evening for high-stakes talks with US president Donald Trump.

    Deportation and immigration

    The visit comes amid a fresh immigration and deportation controversy shadowing the two countries. What is this controversy all about?

    The Trump administration recently sent back a batch of 104 Indian illegal immigrants who were chained and boarded on a military aircraft.

    According to reports, another 800 individuals, 487 Indian citizens and 298 others in the final stages of verification are bound to be deported soon. Delhi has backed its citizens but “registered concerns” about the treatment of Indians by the American administration.

    For India, receiving illegal immigrants is part of complying with international law, but the handcuffs and shackles — part of US SOP — carry the politically damaging perception of “weakness” vis-à-vis another country.

    As such, the humane treatment of Indian deportees will likely come up during Modi’s meeting with Trump. Moreover, ndia would like to ensure that the movement of Indians to the US through legal channels — for study, work, or tourism — is not affected.

    Shubhajit Roy explains.

    Feb 12, 2025 04:15 PM IST
    PM Modi US Visit Live Updates: PM Modi expected to land in US this evening; set to hold talks with President Trump later

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to land in Washington on the evening of February 12 and is expected to hold the talks with US President Donald Trump the next day.

    This will be Modi’s first bilateral visit to the US since Trump was sworn in for his second term and places him among the select few foreign leaders visiting Washington within weeks of the new administration’s inauguration.

    PM Modi last visited the US in June 2017, while President Trump travelled to India for a state visit in February 2020. Since November 2024, the two leaders have spoken twice over the phone—on November 6, 2024, and again on January 27, 2025.

    Feb 12, 2025 04:06 PM IST
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