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India's aluminium exports to US may fall due to Trump's tariff hikes

Unlike aluminium companies, India's steel producers are not expected to face significant setbacks as their supplies to the US are smaller

US visit to build on progress achieved in Donald Trump's 1st term: PM Modi

In a departure statement ahead of his trip to France and the US, PM Modi highlighted that the visit would help shape an agenda to further strengthen India-US ties

Govt in talks with US to buy combat vehicles, seal fighter jet engine deal

India and the United States have been in protracted talks over the co-production of Stryker combat vehicles made by General Dynamics and also used by the US Army

PM Modi to meet Trump with planned tariff cuts to avoid risk of trade-war

Modi's trip to the US on February 12 and 13 comes as Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on many countries, a move aimed at reshaping global trade relationships in favour of United States

PM Modi's US visit to focus on trade, tech, and migration: USISPF chief

Aghi highlighted the importance of early discussions between PM Modi and President Donald Trump, noting that alignment on common objectives would help drive the growth of both economies

Warned about deportations of 'illegal' immigrants from US: Taranjit Sandhu

Sandhu's comments on Friday came after the US deported several Indian nationals who had allegedly migrated illegally to the United States

In touch with US for surrender of 26/11 convict Tahawwur Rana: Vikram Misri

Pakistani-origin businessman Tahawwur Hussain Rana, who was convicted for his role in the 26/11 attacks on Mumbai, which resulted in the deaths of 164 people, may now be extradited to India

Will not accept description of India as uncooperative country: Vikram Misri

Misri, speaking at a weekly press briefing on Friday, said that there are certain legalities in the deportation process to make sure all the citizens are Indian citizens

Up to 487 presumed citizens with removal order with US authorities: Govt

US authorities have informed India that there are up to 487 presumed Indian citizens with "final removal order" and identifying details have been supplied to New Delhi with regard to 298 individuals, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Friday. The foreign secretary's remarks at a special briefing ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to the US came amid an uproar over the recent deportation of 104 illegal Indian immigrants by the US. On a query on whether a formal protest has been lodged by New Delhi in this regard, Misri said, "Yes, we have been in touch with US authorities on this issue on a continuing basis, and we have registered our concern with them on this matter." Misri was also asked about allegations that many of the deportees were handcuffed on board the C17 Globemaster which landed in Amritsar on Wednesday. "This particular deportation that happened day before yesterday was somewhat different as compared to the earlier ones that have taken place for .

PM Modi to meet President Trump on two-day working visit to US from Feb 12

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a two-day working visit to the US from February 12 during which he will meet President Donald Trump, the external affairs ministry Friday announced. Addressing a press conference, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Modi's visit will give further impetus and direction to India-US bilateral relationship. Prior to his US visit, Modi will be in France from February 10-12 to co-chair the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. He will also visit Cadarache, the site of International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor of which India is a partner, Misri said.

Indian consulate again denies visa to US's Kshama Sawant - Know who she is?

A long-time advocate for workers' rights and social justice, Sawant has been an outspoken critic of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration

Rajnath, US' Hegseth agree to work on 10-yr framework to boost defence ties

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his American counterpart, Pete Hegseth, agreed on Thursday to work on a 10-year comprehensive framework to bolster the India-US defence partnership, especially in the spheres of intelligence, logistics, operational and industrial engagement. Singh said Hegseth reviewed various aspects of the bilateral defence ties in a phone conversation that came less than a week before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned trip to Washington. It was Singh's first phone conversation with Hegseth after the latter was confirmed as the US defence secretary on January 25. An Indian readout of the conversation said India and the United States have agreed to work together to draft a comprehensive framework on defence cooperation, aimed at structuring the bilateral collaboration for the 2025-2035 period. It said Singh and Hegseth reviewed the extensive India-US defence cooperation activities, covering "multiple domains in land, air, maritime and space". In a post on X

What does Trump's Chabahar sanctions policy mean for India-Iran trade?

Trump's Chabahar sanctions review may impact India-Iran trade, regional connectivity, and New Delhi's strategic interests in Central Asia

Engaging with US to ensure deported Indians are not mistreated: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said the government is engaging with the US to ensure that deported Indians are not mistreated, underlining the focus should be on strong crackdown on the illegal migration industry. The minister's statement in the Rajya Sabha came amid opposition protests over the treatment meted out to 104 Indians, who were deported from the United States. "We are of course engaging the US government to ensure the returning deportees are not mistreated in any manner during the flight," Jaishankar said. "At the same time the House will appreciate that our focus should be on strong crackdown on the illegal migration industry, while taking steps to ease visas for the legitimate travellers," he said. The minister stated that the process of deportation is not a new one. "The standard operating procedure for deportation by aircraft provides for the use of restraints. However, we have been informed that women and children are not restrained," he ...

Hands cuffed, legs chained: Deportees share details of US flight to India

Deported Indians claim they were handcuffed and had their legs chained during a US military flight back to Amritsar, describing the experience as humiliating and deeply distressing

Govt likely to flag deportation by US military aircraft during Modi's visit

Discussions between the two sides will also cover the entire gamut of issues from trade, energy security to increased security cooperation, sources said

India open to revive US trade deal talks during PM Modi's upcoming visit

Inter-departmental meetings being held to identify key trade-related proposals

Ahead of PM's US visit, govt to review tariff surcharges on over 30 items

In a bid to avoid President Donald Trump's growing tariff actions, India has already reduced average import tariff rates to 11 per cent from 13 per cent on several items in the latest Budget

Indians getting humiliated while being deported from US saddening: Congress

The Congress on Wednesday expressed sadness over "pictures of Indians getting handcuffed and humiliated" while being deported from the US and recalled that America had to express regret over the treatment meted out to India diplomat Devyani Khobragade in 2013 after the then UPA government retaliated sharply. A military transport aircraft of the US is bringing a group of Indian migrants, in the first such deportation to India as part of the big crackdown on illegal immigrants by President Donald Trump in his second term at the White House. Without directly commenting on the deportation flight carrying the Indians, a spokesperson at the US embassy in New Delhi said on Tuesday that Washington is tightening immigration laws and removing illegal migrants. Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera said, "Looking at the pictures of Indians getting handcuffed and humiliated while being deported from the US saddens me as an Indian." "I remember in December of 2013, an Indian

Changing ties: USAID funding to India on the decline since pandemic

Experts feel that funding freeze may not move the needle much; but some projects will be in limbo