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PM Modi's trip was 'most extraordinary' visit in the history: Garcetti

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic state visit to the United States last month was the "most extraordinary" visit in the history of this bilateral relationship, America's Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said on Thursday. "We've had some very large moments in the past... But this was probably the deepest and widest agenda of not just aspirations, but real deliverable things for our economy, for defence, the four Ps as I call them, peace, prosperity, the planet and the people that we represent," he said. Prime Minister Modi last month travelled to the US on his maiden state visit during which he held wide-ranging talks with President Joe Biden. Modi also addressed the joint session of the US Congress, becoming the first Indian leader to do so twice. "It was the most extraordinary visit, I think, certainly in the history of US-India relations, Garcetti told PTI in an interview. Since the historic state visit, he noted, there has been no let up. "Both my colleagues in India have

US working with India on co-producing extended-range artillery: Pentagon

The US is working with India on proposals to co-produce extended-range artillery and infantry vehicles to meet its operational requirements along its border with China and address its "coercion and harassment", a top Pentagon official said on Thursday. The Indian and Chinese troops are locked in an over-three-year confrontation in certain friction points in eastern Ladakh. This is part of the unprecedented steps being undertaken by the Biden administration to enable its allies and partners to contribute to deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region, said Ely Ratner, Assistant Secretary of Defence for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs, in prepared opening remarks for his Congressional hearing on China. The hearing is taking place at a time when relations between the US and China have been hit badly amid disputes over human rights, access to technology, China's territorial claims in the South China and East China seas and threats against self-governing Taiwan. Pentagon, he said, is supporting

First Solar to invest billions of dollars in India's solar panel production

During PM Modi's visit to the US, both nations pledged to establish investment platforms to attract international private finance and accelerate the deployment of renewable energy projects in India

India's role critical in combating spread of synthetic drugs: US envoy

Washington DC [US], July 20 (ANI): Stating that India is a global leader in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry, US special envoy Uzra Zeya said that New Delhi's role is critical in combating the spread of synthetic drugs.US Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights made the remarks at the 4th US-India Counternarcotics Working Group meeting here in Washington.Indian Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu also said that India and the US are working to expand the scope of bilateral cooperation in drug policy."Translating vision into action! Delighted to join opening session of India-US Counter Narcotics Working Group in #WashingtonDC. Important discussions ahead as we consolidate bilateral cooperation in drug policy and work to expand its scope as guided by PM @narendramodi & President Joe Biden @POTUS," the Indian envoy said on Twitter.Addressing the session, Uzra Zeya said, "Prime Minister Modi's official state visit reaffirmed that the US-India

US' relationship with India stronger than ever: WH after PM Modi's visit

America's relationship with India is stronger than ever, the White House said Wednesday nearly a month after the historic Official State Visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States. "The visit last month was extremely successful and important. The relationship with India is stronger than ever and, as you know, we announced a range of key deliverables, some of them are being implemented," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference. "We have remained very optimistic as it relates to our long-term future and relationship with India. And we believe that's going to continue," Jean-Pierre said. Responding to another question on the I2U2 the new grouping that includes the US, India, Israel and the UAE she said this is already deepening those partnerships among four countries. "Those four countries and beyond and evidenced by existing projects and initiatives. There is still a strong future with I2U2, and so we're really ...

India-US defence relationship robust, increasing in scope: US General

Describing India as a strategic partner to the United States, a top American general has told lawmakers that the India-US military-to-military relationship is robust and increasing in scope and sophistication. "India is a strategic partner to the United States. Our military-to-military relationship is robust and increasing in scope and sophistication," General Charles Q. Brown told members of the Senate Armed Services Committee during his confirmation hearing for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. "If confirmed, my strategy would be to continue to bolster the Major Defence Partnership with India by expanding our existing bilateral military-to-military dialogues and defence industrial and technology cooperation," Brown said in written response to a question. The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or "Quad" with the US, Japan, India, and Australia as its members is designed to uphold the international rules-based order, ensure freedom of navigation, promote democratic values, improve

India, US notify WTO about mutually resolving four trade disputes

India and the US have informed the WTO that they have mutually resolved three more trade disputes, in line with the commitment made by the two countries last month. The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has already issued a similar communication on July 17 with regard to one of the six disputes. Notification for the remaining two would also come on the WTO website. The two nations have already communicated to the WTO about mutually resolving all six disputes. In three separate notifications to the WTO, the two countries have asked the Geneva-based body to terminate these disputes. "The parties confirm their agreement that the panel report...may not be adopted by the DSB (dispute settlement body), as through their mutually agreed solution the dispute has been terminated," one of the communications of the WTO said on Tuesday. The six disputes include three initiated by India and as many by the US. These disputes are Indian complaint against the US with regard to the imposition of ...

We have been working to return art that needs to be in India: Garcetti

The envoys remarks come at a time when more than 105 antiquities, spanning a period from 2nd-3rd Century CE to 18th-19th Century CE, are being repatriated to India by the American authorities

India, US mutually resolve all 6 trade disputes at WTO following PM's visit

India and the US have mutually resolved all six trade disputes pending at the World Trade Organisation (WTO), in line with the commitment made by the two countries during the US visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month, an official said. The official said that both countries have informed the WTO's dispute settlement body (DSB) about the resolution of all the pending disputes. The WTO has already issued a communication with regard to one of the disputes related to the imposition of additional customs duties by India on 28 US products. The official added that the remaining five communications would also be issued by the WTO. "The United States and India are pleased to notify the DSB (dispute settlement body), in accordance with Article 3.6 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes, that the parties have reached a mutually agreed solution to the matter raised in this dispute," according to a communication of the WTO dated July 17. The

India, US to boost ties, look for alternatives to fund energy transition

India and the US on Monday committed to strengthening bilateral ties and actively pursue the G20 agenda, which includes taking coordinated action to deal with climate change and look forward to alternate mechanisms to fund energy transition. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen held bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors meeting here. Sitharaman, in her statement, expressed commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and looked forward to new investment opportunities through alternate investment platforms for renewable energy. The US and India's collaboration spans across a range of economic issues, including commercial and technological collaboration, strengthening supply chains, and catalysing the clean energy transition, Yellen said. "In particular, we look forward to working with India on an investment platform to deliver a lower cost of capital and increased private investment to speed ..

Modi's visit to US sparked unprecedented partnership for prosperity: USIBC

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to the US last month has sparked an unprecedented partnership for prosperity and security, US-India Business Council said on Thursday. "Prime Minister Modi's visit to the United States has paved the way for a new era of collaboration between India and the US, bolstering partnerships across multiple domains that will drive prosperity and security for both nations and their global allies," USIBC president Atul Keshap said. With an unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, innovation, and addressing global challenges, the US-India partnership has reached unparalleled depths and scope, he said in a statement. The recent visit of Modi to the US was remarkably successful, fostering a strong and mutually beneficial relationship between the two countries. "Furthermore, it is noteworthy that the US bestowed the highest honour by arranging for President Biden and Mrs. Biden to meet with the PM throughout his entire stay in Washington

India, US should work together to challenge China's aggression: Congressman

'I have a lot of respect for India and tremendous accomplishment India has done India and United States need to work strongly together to challenge the aggression from China,' Thanedar said

US, India withdraw 6 trade disputes: Will this bonhomie sustain over time?

India and the US, despite their robust diplomatic ties, have quibbled on trade issues over the years and across administrations

India shows US how not to do affirmative action after court's judgement

Many Indian Americans, who feel that they - like others of Asian descent - have an unfairly hard time getting into elite universities, seem to be doubly irate at any echo of the system

Looking to export 5G solutions, Jio to reap benefits of Indo-US tech pact

Even before Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in the US for his official state visit, Jio had submitted details to the government detailing the readiness of its 5G solutions

PM Modi's US visit will create 'unmatched opportunities' for India: IAMAI

PM Modi's US state visit led to the two countries signing various deals on topics ranging from semiconductors to drones

Increasing eco ties between India, US to help boost exports: Exporters

Increasing economic ties between India and the US would help boost the country's exports to America, according to exporters. The economic ties have received a push from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the US, Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) Chairman Naren Goenka said in a statement. "India's share in US's ready-made garment import from the world has increased to 5.7 per cent in 2022, which will further improve in future," he said. The apparel export to the US from India in 2022 has also increased to USD 6 billion, registering a growth of 33.7 per cent as compared to 2021, Goenka said. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) too said that the US and India have agreed to enhance the bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030. "Settlement of the six trade disputes bilaterally will create a congenial environment to foster our trade relations. Withdrawal of additional duty on steel & aluminium will push their exports in to US market ," it said.

Pak protests US' joint statement with India on cross-border terrorism

Pakistan has formally lodged a protest with the US over its joint statement with India against the country's involvement in cross-border terrorism. The Foreign Office here said in an overnight statement that the US Deputy Chief of Mission was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday evening and a demarche was issued to him regarding the US-India joint statement of June 22. Pakistan's concerns and disappointment at the unwarranted, one-sided and misleading references to it in the joint statement were conveyed to the US side," it said. In their joint statement following one-on-one meetings and delegation-level talks on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden called on Pakistan to punish perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai and Pathankot attacks. Later, Prime Minister Modi in his address to the Joint Meeting of the US Congress said there can be "no ifs or buts" in dealing with terrorism and sought action against state sponsors of terrorism, in a veil

Members of India Caucus bring bipartisan legislation to push weapons sales

Members of the powerful India Caucus have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at providing India access to the weapons it needs to defend itself and boost its security goals with the US in the strategic Indo-Pacific region. Indian-American Democratic Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna and Marc Veasey joined Republican Congressmen Andy Barr and Mike Waltz in introducing the legislation that will allow weapon sales to India from the US to be fast-tracked and deepen the US-India defence ties. Companion legislation has also been introduced by Democratic Senator Mark Warner and Republican Senator John Cornyn in the US Senate, a statement issued by Krishnamoorthi's office said. Barr's office said in a statement that this legislation would place India on equal footing with other U.S. partners and allies by streamlining and accelerating the review and sales process for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and exports under the Arms Export Control Act. It subjects Indian FMS to the same

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