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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
 "Trump aims to cut US trade deficit with India, push for fair trade deal")
Brazil nixes Brics currency, eyes less reliance on 'mighty' dollar
Brazil is pushing reforms within Brics to ease international payments in local currencies, opening the door to less dependence on the dollar for global trade
 "Brazil nixes Brics currency, eyes less reliance on 'mighty' dollar")
Pause of FCPA unlikely to affect investigations by US SEC, say experts
The FCPA is jointly enforced by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the SEC in the United States, applying criminal and civil penalties, respectively
 "Pause of FCPA unlikely to affect investigations by US SEC, say experts")
54 Indian citizens sentenced to death by foreign courts: Govt tells RS
The ministry was also asked the total number of Indians on death row in Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates
 "54 Indian citizens sentenced to death by foreign courts: Govt tells RS")
Global defence firm Saab signs MoU with HAL for laser warning system
This includes setting up necessary infrastructure, and training programmes and transferring "technical expertise" from Saab to HAL to ensure long-term support for the system
 "Global defence firm Saab signs MoU with HAL for laser warning system")
India to conduct two crewed space flights under Gaganyaan by 2028: Govt
Minister said the delay was due to the slow pace of work in the industry during the Covid pandemic, which also affected the production of avionics components
 "India to conduct two crewed space flights under Gaganyaan by 2028: Govt")
PM Modi, US President Trump plan joint press conference: Full schedule here
PM Modi US visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in the United States, expected to discuss trade policies, reciprocal tariffs, and more
 "PM Modi, US President Trump plan joint press conference: Full schedule here")
India's data for AI paves way for global cooperation after Paris Summit
With a focus on the road ahead, Dr. Ramanand intensively engaged with AI leaders across the globe to build support for the philosophy of 'Data for Development'
 "India's data for AI paves way for global cooperation after Paris Summit")
Turkish Prez Erdogan urges India, Pak to resolve Kashmir issue by dialogue
The Kashmir issue should be addressed according to the UN resolution through dialogue and keeping in mind the aspirations of the people of Kashmir, Erdogan said
 "Turkish Prez Erdogan urges India, Pak to resolve Kashmir issue by dialogue")
Exim Bank to provide $300 mn credit to Vietnam for boats, patrol vessels
The bank had also entered into an agreement with GO-VNM for making available to the latter, India supported LoC of $120 million for procurement of high-speed guard boats
 "Exim Bank to provide $300 mn credit to Vietnam for boats, patrol vessels")
Indian Army refutes ceasefire violation reports, says LoC situation stable
The Army also acknowledged recent incidents, including stray cross-LoC firing and a suspected IED blast
 "Indian Army refutes ceasefire violation reports, says LoC situation stable")
Govt expects $200 million worth missile deal with Philippines this year
The Akash missile system developed by India's defence research body has drawn interest from the Philippines
 "Govt expects $200 million worth missile deal with Philippines this year")
Who Is Paul Kapur, Trump's pick for Assistant Secy of State for South Asia?
Indian-origin Paul Kapur is a widely respected scholar, having authored several influential books and academic papers on South Asian security
 "Who Is Paul Kapur, Trump's pick for Assistant Secy of State for South Asia?")
Ties growing with new admin in place: Tejasvi on PM Modi's US visit
Speaking to ANI, Surya emphasised India's pivotal role in sectors such as science and entrepreneurship and underscored the strategic importance of the US as a key partner in national priorities
 "Ties growing with new admin in place: Tejasvi on PM Modi's US visit")
HAL promises faster delivery of warplanes after air chief marshal's rebuke
The Air Force has ordered 83 Mk-1A light combat aircraft from HAL, an advanced variant of the operational Mk-1 Tejas
 "HAL promises faster delivery of warplanes after air chief marshal's rebuke")
PM Modi, Trump to hold press conference after their meet: White House
PM Modi's discussions with Trump are expected to focus on areas such as two-way trade, energy, technology and immigration
PM Modi, Trump to reinforce Quad partnership amid China's growing influence
Defence and security ties between India and the US are set to be a key focus of PM Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump
Both India, US realise China is biggest threat in Indo-Pacific, says expert
He was speaking ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump in the US
 "Both India, US realise China is biggest threat in Indo-Pacific, says expert")
India offers multi-barrel rocket system Pinaka to France amid growing ties
He emphasised that an acquisition of this system by France would be another milestone in Indo-French defence ties. PM Modi concluded his three-day visit to France on Wednesday
 "India offers multi-barrel rocket system Pinaka to France amid growing ties")
PM Modi meets US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard, discusses India-US ties
PM Modi arrived in the US for a two-day visit at the invitation of US President Donald Trump
 "PM Modi meets US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard, discusses India-US ties")
