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Trump paves way for sale of F-35 jets to India in billion-dollar arms deal

The announcement came after a high-profile meeting between Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington on Thursday

PM Modi, Trump launch ASIA to strengthen India-US military cooperation

Modi-Trump meeting: The initiative aims to drive next-generation defence and technological advancements, with a particular focus on underwater domain awareness

PM Modi, Donald Trump agree to negotiate bilateral trade agreement

US President says he will impose reciprocal tariff on India even as he acknowledges New Delhi's decision to reduce basic customs duties on certain items

India, US to sign 10 yr defence framework, review arms transfer regulations

Once this agreement is in place it will ensure that both countries can easily purchase defence goods and services from one another, promoting efficiency in procurement processes

USAID may have played a role in 2020 US polls, 2024 Indian elections: Trump

During the press conference alongside PM Modi, Trump was questioned about USAID's involvement in both the 2020 US presidential elections and the 2024 Lok Sabha elections

US to increase military sales to India, eventually provide F-35 jets: Trump

Trump did not provide a timeline, but foreign military sales, especially for cutting-edge technology like the stealthy F-35 jet, typically take years to work through

Modi-Trump meeting: Trade, security, immigration discussed; key takeaways

PM Modi US visit: Discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump extended beyond trade, touching on collaborations in global security, Russia-Ukraine conflict, and more

PM Modi departs for India after concluding 'very substantive' visit to US

During the talks, India and the US decided to take a big leap in broad-basing their strategic ties in several critical areas

India ready to take back its citizens living illegally in US: PM Modi

PM Modi also expressed confidence that President Donald Trump will fully cooperate with India in finishing this ecosystem

There's no contest, PM Modi much tougher negotiator than me: Donald Trump

Trump announced that India and the US agreed to work together to build the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and called it one of the greatest trade routes

I welcome President Trump's efforts to resolve Russia-Ukraine war: PM Modi

He further reiterated India's position that a solution to the conflict can't be found on the battlefield, and also appreciated the efforts of President Donald Trump in the directions

India-EU agree to strengthen ties on smart and sustainable urbanisation

The EU-India collaboration is crucial, considering urban areas account for two-thirds of global energy consumption, emissions, and pollution

We missed you a lot, says Trump; welcomes PM Modi to White House with hug

US President introduced PM Modi to other officials, including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) head Elon Musk

Tariffs, trade, terrorism: PM Modi, Prez Trump discuss key India-US issues

PM Modi said that illegal immigration is a global issue and India is ready to take back any 'verified' Indian living in the US illegally

PM Narendra Modi meets Indian-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy

PM Modi discusses innovation and biotechnology

PM Modi meets Elon Musk and his children ahead of discussions with Trump

Indian operators have opposed the administrative allocation of spectrum, saying it will be against the '"level playing field" as they have acquired spectrum through bidding at a much higher cost

Govt hopes for tariff concessions, biz deals as PM Modi meets Prez Trump

Trump, not yet one month into his presidency, has wielded the threat of tariffs against friend and foe alike to try to extract new trade deals, investment or law enforcement help

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with US NSA Michael Waltz in Washington

Modi arrived in the US capital Wednesday evening for a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump

CRPF soldier opens fire at camp in Manipur, kills 2 colleagues, himself

Accused Havildar Sanjay Kumar opened fire from his weapon killing a constable and a sub-inspector of the force on the spot. He later turned the gun on himself and has been declared dead

Trump aims to cut US trade deficit with India, push for fair trade deal

Trump's meeting with Modi will aim to build on defense sales to ensure they are prioritizing American technology, an official said