US-India relations ‘cannot be closer’, says Trump, signals near-final trade deal with India

June 18, 2026 12:28 AM

US-India relations ‘cannot be closer’, says Trump, signals near-final trade deal with India

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described United States–India relations as “stronger than ever” and said a trade agreement with New Delhi was “very close”, while also assuring that Washington would stand by India if it came under attack, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between the two countries. In a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, Trump repeatedly praised bilateral ties and lauded the Indian leadership. ...

EAM Jaishankar reaffirms Quad’s commitment to a secure Indo-Pacific

May 21, 2024 11:14 AM

EAM Jaishankar reaffirms Quad’s commitment to a secure Indo-Pacific

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said on Monday that the Quad alliance is working towards realising its shared vision of a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific and delivering in the field of clean energy, disaster relief and health security. "Whether it's delivering clean energy, STEM talent, disaster relief, health security or resilient communication infrastructure, the Quad is working towards realising its shared vision of a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Quad partners would co...