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India-US Stand Stronger In Meeting Shared Global Challenges: PM Modi

PM Modi in his departure address said he is travelling to the US on a State Visit at the invitation of President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, and this "special invitation" is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between the democracies.

Jun 20, 2023, 08:31 AM IST

Highlights I Yoga Day Events, State Dinner, Bilateral With Biden, Check PM's 3-Day US Itinerary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned on his three day visit to United States on Tuesday. On June 21, PM Modi will lead Yoga Day events at the UN in New York and meet leaders and personalities. A reception and a bilateral talk with Prez Joe Biden will follow at the White House on June 22.

Jun 20, 2023, 07:34 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi Heads To US For Landmark State Visit; Strengthening Defence, Trade Ties Top Priority

PM Modi will begin the visit to the US from New York, where he will lead the International Yoga Day celebrations at the United Nations headquarters and meet prominent personalities and leaders on June 21.

Jun 20, 2023, 06:59 AM IST

PM Modi's US Visit: Defence Ties, Trade Top Focus; Khalistan Issue May Find Mention

Among other agendas, in the minds of Biden and Modi would be the challenges posed by the incidents such as the attempts to incite violence outside the Indian embassy in Washington. 

Jun 19, 2023, 23:37 PM IST

Submarine Used To Take Tourists To See Titanic Wreck Goes Missing; Search Underway

The U.S. Coast Guard told BBC News that a search was underway Monday off the coast of Newfoundland. OceanGate Expeditions confirmed it owned the missing vessel.

Jun 19, 2023, 21:55 PM IST

Amid ‘Modi, Modi’ Chants, Indian-Americans Hold Unity March In Washington Ahead Of PM Narendra Modi's Visit

Indian Americans have organised the march in 20 major cities across the United States including New York. The community were seen chanting "Modi Modi", "Vande Mataram" and "Vande America."

Jun 19, 2023, 07:21 AM IST

Antony Blinken Arrives In Beijing, Becoming First US State Secretary To Visit China In 5 Years

According to the State Department's statement, Secretary Blinken will meet with senior PRC officials where he will discuss the importance of maintaining open lines of communication to responsibly manage the US-PRC relationship. 

Jun 18, 2023, 06:19 AM IST

India Needs To Join US-Led Artemis Accords: NASA Official

Grounded in the Outer Space Treaty of 1967 (OST), the Artemis Accords are a non-binding set of principles designed to guide civil space exploration and use in the 21st century.

Jun 17, 2023, 13:26 PM IST

Daniel Ellsberg; Man Behind Pentagon Papers Leak, Dies At 92

Henry Kissinger, US President Richard M. Nixon's national security adviser privately branded Daniel Ellsberg "the most dangerous man in America" 

Jun 17, 2023, 12:49 PM IST

Indian-Americans Preparing For Cultural Extravaganza To Welcome PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. 

Jun 16, 2023, 08:42 AM IST

PM Modi Most Popular Public Figure, Leader In World: Organiser of Reagan Center Event

Dr Bharat Barai, a popular community leader and organiser of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Ronald Reagan Center event in the US on Wednesday (local day) said PM Modi is the most popular public figure, leader in the world, not just in India.

Jun 15, 2023, 19:05 PM IST

Ahead Of PM Modi's Visit, US Says 'Relationship With India Is Of Positive Strategic Consequence'

The US, through the official state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is looking to convey that the relationship between India and America is of "positive strategic consequence", the White House has said.

Jun 14, 2023, 14:52 PM IST

Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty To Federal Charges Of Illegally Keeping Classified Documents

Donald Trump has denied dozens of criminal counts of willfully mishandling US government secrets and scheming to prevent their return, in a historic first appearance Tuesday in federal court.

Jun 14, 2023, 06:22 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi To Get '21-Gun Salute' Welcome In White House; US Says Looking Forward

At the invitation of US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21 to June 24. 

Jun 13, 2023, 06:31 AM IST

Watch: Gasoline Truck Fire Explosion Blows Up US Interstate Highway Section; Forces Route Closer For Months

The northbound lanes of I-95 were gone and the southbound lanes were "compromised" by heat from the fire, said Derek Bowmer, battalion chief of the Philadelphia Fire Department. 

Jun 12, 2023, 07:46 AM IST

New Jersey-Based Restaurant Launches 'Modi Ji Thali' Ahead Of PM Modi's US Visit

The 'Modi Ji Thali', curated by Shripad Kulkarni, comprises dishes as diverse as the Indian landscape. The dishes in the Thali range from Khichdi, Rasgulla, Sarso Da Saag, and Dum Aloo to Kashmiri, Idli, Dhokla, Chaach, and Papad.

Jun 12, 2023, 06:38 AM IST

Indian-American LGBTQ Members Urge PM Modi To Support Equal Rights For LGBTQ Community In India

During his four-day visit starting on June 21, the US president and the First Lady will host Modi for a state dinner on June 22.

Jun 11, 2023, 06:22 AM IST

PM Narendra Modi - Joe Biden’s Relationship So Far: A Brief Overview

The US is trying to take the relationship to a new level in terms of commercial and security relations, even though India has been reluctant to take a stronger stance on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Jun 10, 2023, 22:05 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi In US: What Is A State Visit, What Are Different Types Of Foreign Visits?

PM Modi has been a frequent traveller to the United States in the past 9 years but none of these were “official state visits.” 

Jun 10, 2023, 20:43 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi's Upcoming Visit To US Has Many Special Significance: 10 Important Points

PM Modi's upcoming visit is significant given the facts that India and America's relationship has grown leaps and bounds amid concern of China's aggression.

Jun 10, 2023, 14:16 PM IST