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September 24, 2024 11:46 AM

US sees India as a partner, not a counterbalance to China, says Ambassador Eric Garcetti

The United States views India as a "friend and partner," rather than a counterbalance to China, emphasized US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti in a recent interview. Garcetti underscored the strong partnership between the two nations, grounded in shared values of sovereignty, rule of law, and respect for borders. He said that the US has historically supported India, particularly during border conflicts, and has always believed that aggression should not be rewarded anywhere in the world. “W...

September 23, 2024 12:47 PM

Another example of shared commitment to preserve cultural heritage: US envoy Eric Garcetti on return of antiquities to India

US Ambassador Eric Garcetti on Monday termed the return of 297 antiquities to India as another example of the "shared commitment" between the two countries to "protect and preserve" the cultural heritage. Amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, the US has formally handed over 297 antiquities that were stolen or trafficked from India. "It's heartening to witness yet another example of U.S.-India shared commitment to protecting and preserving cultural heritage," Garcetti said in a post on X o...

September 23, 2024 11:58 AM

PM Modi to US tech CEOs: India investing heavily in design, skills, and innovations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased India's growing stature as a global technology and innovation hub in his address to CEOs of leading tech companies in the US. Participating in a roundtable with the CEOs in New York on Sunday during the second day of this three-day visit to the US, the Prime Minister emphasised the nation's strides in the semiconductor sector, electronics, and workforce development, underscoring India's commitment to becoming a key player in the global economy. PM Modi sa...

September 23, 2024 10:57 AM

“Initiative on Critical, Emerging Tech is India’s commitment to inclusive innovations”: PM Modi at tech CEOs roundtable in US

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed that technology collaboration and efforts such as the "Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology" (ICET) are part of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and emphaise India's commitment to inclusive innovations. Addressing the CEO roundtable in New York on Sunday (local time) PM Modi said that India has moved forward with the mantra of "reform, perform and transform" and emphasised the need for a balance between technology and democr...

September 23, 2024 9:47 AM

PM Modi in US assures CEOs of India’s focus on technology, innovation

As a part of his three-day visit to the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with industry leaders to discuss the potential and opportunities India has to offer to the world. PM Narendra Modi assured US business leaders of India's deep commitment to protection of intellectual property and to fostering tech-innovation during his engagement with the top CEOs from the technology industry at a roundtable in New York. The roundtable hosted by PM Modi comprised several prominent f...

September 23, 2024 2:07 AM

‘Made in India’ chips will run devices globally: PM Modi in New York

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a large gathering of Indian Americans on the second day of his three-day visit to the United States, emphasizing India's ambition to become a global hub for semiconductor manufacturing. He said that 'Made in India' semiconductor chips will soon power devices around the world. "India is a launching pad for all sorts of technologies. We are not going to stop or slow down. Our goal is to have more devices worldwide running on Made in India chips," he said, un...

September 23, 2024 12:30 AM

America-India is the AI Power of the New World: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the strong partnership between India and the United States in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), coining the term "America-India spirit" during his address to the Indian diaspora at the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York. At the "Modi & US" event, PM Modi said, "For the world, AI means artificial intelligence, but for me, AI also means American-Indian spirit. This is the new 'AI' power of the world. I salute the Indian diaspora here." H...

September 21, 2024 10:21 PM

PM Modi hails Indian diaspora during Wilmington visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Indian diaspora in the United States, highlighting their remarkable contributions across diverse sectors. During an interaction with the community in Wilmington, Delaware, PM Modi emphasized the vital role the Indian community has played in shaping the nation's positive image abroad. In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, “The Indian community has distinguished itself in the USA, making a positive impact across diverse sectors. It’s always a delig...

September 21, 2024 10:42 PM

PM Modi arrives in Philadelphia, heads to Delaware for bilateral talks and Quad Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Philadelphia International Airport on Saturday morning, marking the beginning of his three-day visit to the United States. His first stop will be Delaware, where he is set to engage in a high-profile bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden, followed by the annual Quad Summit. Philadelphia, known for its historical significance as the site of the First and Second Continental Congresses and the signing of the Declaration of Independence, served as the ...

September 13, 2024 10:48 AM

Putin says West will be fighting directly with Russia if it lets Kyiv use long-range missiles

President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the West would be directly fighting with Russia if it allowed Ukraine to strike Russian territory with Western-made long-range missiles, a move he said would alter the nature and scope of the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has been pleading with Kyiv's allies for months to let Ukraine fire Western missiles including long-range U.S. ATACMS and British Storm Shadows deep into Russian territory to limit Moscow's ability to launch at...