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Wrapping up a two-day whirlwind visit to India, President Donald Trump sidestepped questions on India’s controversial and contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) making it abundantly clear that it is an internal matter of the Modi government. Continue reading President Trump sidesteps questions on India’s citizenship law even as violent clashes erupt in Delhi
The fact that the ‘Howdy Modi’ rally drew over 50,000 people to the cavernous NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, early on a Sunday morning is a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popularity and the ‘rock star’ receptions he gets on American soil. Continue reading President Trump joins Prime Minister Modi at “profoundly historic event” in Texas
Referring to the popular BJP election slogan, ‘Modi hai toh mumkin hai’ in the context of ironing out trade differences, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo professed, “Modi makes it possible”. Continue reading Mike Pompeo touts advancing “special partnership” with India, ahead of visit
It was a stunning sight to behold some 2,000 yoga enthusiasts practicing an ancient Indian discipline against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the US Capitol. Continue reading Fourth annual International Yoga Day draws manifold enthusiasts to US Capitol grounds
In her most significant appearance on the global stage since her father Donald Trump was elected US president, Ivanka Trump heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and warmly commended the people of India who, she said, “inspire us all”. Continue reading Ivanka Trump extols Prime Minister Modi, says “People of India inspire us all”
Calling India a “very, very incredible nation”, President Trump said, “I have always had a deep admiration for your country and for its people, and a profound appreciation for your rich culture, heritage and traditions”. Continue reading Prime Minister Modi, President Trump Talk Terror, Trade in Maiden Meeting
Prime Minister Modi was in his element speaking in chaste Hindi to the creme de la creme of the Indian diaspora at a packed community reception held in his honor, a highlight of his two-day visit at the invitation of President Trump. Continue reading Prime Minister Modi Addresses Indian-American Community at Ritzy Reception in Washington
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Washington is an opportunity to strengthen the US-India strategic partnership which President Trump very much views as a critical partnership in promoting stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region and globally, a senior White House official said. Continue reading White House to Roll Out Red Carpet for Prime Minister Modi
Indian Ambassador Navtej Sarna said, “This recognition of the International Day of Yoga has brought this ancient discipline, philosophy and practice from India into the hearts and lives of people in every corner of the globe”. Continue reading Ambassador Navtej Sarna Leads Third Annual International Day of Yoga Celebration in Washington
Prime Minister Modi began his Washington visit on a solemn, powerfully symbolic note, by laying wreaths at the Arlington National Cemetery. Continue reading Prime Minister Modi Begins Washington Visit by Honoring the Fallen at Arlington National Cemetery